Status:
valid
Authors:
Ferry & Ferry f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Sida 12: 340 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581792
Common Names
- Brockianus Spicebush
- Calycanthus Brockianus
- Spicebush
Description
Calycanthus brockianus (also called Brock's Calycanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub with fragrant, white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to China and is found in forests and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Calycanthus brockianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant and to make dyes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calycanthus brockianus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calycanthus brockianus is a species of flowering plant in the Calycanthaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It should be protected from direct sunlight and should be grown in a bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Calycanthus brockianus
Calycanthus brockianus is native to North America and can be found in wet, marshy areas.
Calycanthus brockianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calycanthus brockianus?
Calycanthus brockianus
What is the common name of Calycanthus brockianus?
Brock's calycanthus
What type of plant is Calycanthus brockianus?
Evergreen shrub
Species in the Calycanthus genus
Species in the Calycanthaceae family
Calycanthus brockianus,
Calycanthus chinensis,
Calycanthus floridus,
Calycanthus occidentalis,
Chimonanthus campanulatus,
Chimonanthus grammatus,
Chimonanthus nitens,
Chimonanthus praecox,
Chimonanthus salicifolius,
Chimonanthus zhejiangensis,
Idiospermum australiense,