Status:
valid
Authors:
Kadota & Mas.Saito
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 88(6): 339 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338526
Common Names
- Akagi's Syneilesis
- Akagi's False Holly
- Syneilesis akagii
Description
Syneilesis akagii (also called 'Akagi's False Holly', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to East Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats and is characterized by its small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Syneilesis akagii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Syneilesis akagii has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Syneilesis akagii is a perennial plant that is easily propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels. It can be grown in containers and will tolerate some drought once established.
Where to Find Syneilesis akagii
Syneilesis akagii is native to Japan and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Syneilesis akagii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Syneilesis akagii?
Syneilesis akagii
What is the common name of Syneilesis akagii?
No common name
Where is Syneilesis akagii found?
It is found in Japan
Species in the Syneilesis genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,
References
Masami Saito: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mas.Saito' in the authors string.