Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
shensiana
ID:
564496

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ahrendt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 112: 155 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000563828



Common Names

  • Shensiana Barberry
  • Shensiana Oregon Grape
  • Shensiana Mahonia


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Description

Berberis shensiana (also called Shens' barberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China and Taiwan. It typically grows to a height of 1.5 to 2.5 meters and has oval-shaped leaves with spiny margins. It is typically found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Berberis shensiana is a popular ornamental shrub. It can be used as a hedge or border plant, and its bright yellow flowers make it a great addition to any garden. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Berberis shensiana has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Berberis shensiana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Berberis shensiana

Berberis shensiana is native to the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China.

Berberis shensiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Berberis shensiana?

Berberis shensiana

What is the common name of Berberis shensiana?

Shensiana

Where is Berberis shensiana native to?

China

Species in the Berberis genus

Berberis jinshajiangensis, Berberis pingbaensis, Berberis pulangensis, Berberis actinacantha, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acutinervia, Berberis aemulans, Berberis aetnensis, Berberis affinis, Berberis agapatensis, Berberis aggregata, Berberis agricola, Berberis ahrendtii, Berberis albicans, Berberis aldenhamensis, Berberis alpicola, Berberis amabilis, Berberis ambigua, Berberis ambrozyana, Berberis amoena, Berberis amplectens, Berberis amurensis, Berberis andeana, Berberis andreana, Berberis andrieuxii, Berberis angulosa, Berberis anhweiensis, Berberis annaemariae, Berberis approximata, Berberis aquifolium, Berberis argentinensis, Berberis arguta, Berberis arido-calida, Berberis aristata, Berberis aristato-serrulata, Berberis aristeguietae, Berberis aristulata, Berberis armata, Berberis asiatica, Berberis asmyana, Berberis assamana, Berberis atrocarpa, Berberis atroprasina, Berberis atroviridiana, Berberis aurahuacensis, Berberis baltistanica, Berberis barandana, Berberis barbeyana, Berberis batangensis,

Species in the Berberidaceae family

Achlys californica, Achlys japonica, Achlys triphylla, Berberis jinshajiangensis, Berberis pingbaensis, Berberis pulangensis, Berberis actinacantha, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acutinervia, Berberis aemulans, Berberis aetnensis, Berberis affinis, Berberis agapatensis, Berberis aggregata, Berberis agricola, Berberis ahrendtii, Berberis albicans, Berberis aldenhamensis, Berberis alpicola, Berberis amabilis, Berberis ambigua, Berberis ambrozyana, Berberis amoena, Berberis amplectens, Berberis amurensis, Berberis andeana, Berberis andreana, Berberis andrieuxii, Berberis angulosa, Berberis anhweiensis, Berberis annaemariae, Berberis approximata, Berberis aquifolium, Berberis argentinensis, Berberis arguta, Berberis arido-calida, Berberis aristata, Berberis aristato-serrulata, Berberis aristeguietae, Berberis aristulata, Berberis armata, Berberis asiatica, Berberis asmyana, Berberis assamana, Berberis atrocarpa, Berberis atroprasina, Berberis atroviridiana, Berberis aurahuacensis, Berberis baltistanica,

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