Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Species:
formosa
ID:
358791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. (Carey & Wallich ed.) 2: 182. 1824

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358123



Common Names

  • Leycesteria formosa
  • Formose Leycesteria
  • Leycesteria Formosa


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Synonyms

  • Hamelia connata Wall. ex DC. [valid]
  • Leycesteria formosa brachysepala Airy Shaw [unknown]
  • Leycesteria formosa formosa [unknown]
  • Leycesteria limprichtii H.J.P.Winkl. [unknown]

Description

Leycesteria formosa (also called Himalayan honeysuckle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to East Asia. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leycesteria formosa is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in gardens for its attractive purple flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leycesteria formosa var. stenosepala Rehder

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leycesteria formosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leycesteria formosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Leycesteria formosa

Leycesteria formosa can be found in the temperate forests of China, Japan, and Korea

Leycesteria formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leycesteria formosa?

Leycesteria formosa

What is the common name of Leycesteria formosa?

Himalayan leycesteria

What is the natural habitat of Leycesteria formosa?

Dry, rocky hillsides and plains

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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