Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Species:
miconioides
ID:
1291567

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rehder

Source:
tro

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 2: 618 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290905



Common Names

  • Miconioides Heptacodium
  • Seven-Son Flower
  • Chinese Snowball Tree


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Description

Heptacodium miconioides (also called Seven-Son Flower, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to China and Japan. It typically grows to a height of 6-8 feet and has white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in woodlands and along streams, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Heptacodium miconioides is an ornamental plant and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heptacodium miconioides has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings have a single, round-shaped leaf and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heptacodium miconioides is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring. Cultivation is best in a sunny position in moist but well-drained soil. It prefers a neutral to slightly alkaline soil.

Where to Find Heptacodium miconioides

Heptacodium miconioides is native to East Asia. It can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Heptacodium miconioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heptacodium miconioides?

Heptacodium miconioides

What are the common names of Heptacodium miconioides?

Seven-son Flower, Seven-son Tree

What is the natural habitat of Heptacodium miconioides?

Heptacodium miconioides is native to East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Species in the Heptacodium genus

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

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