Leycesteria gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1291575
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kurz) Airy Shaw
Source:
tro
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 32: t. 3165 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290913
Common Names
- Gracilis Leycesteria
- Graceful Pheasantberry
- Graceful Honeysuckle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leycesteria gracilis (also called Graceful Leycesteria, 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
Leycesteria gracilis is an ornamental plant and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leycesteria gracilis has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leycesteria gracilis 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 Leycesteria gracilis
Leycesteria gracilis is native to East Asia. It can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Leycesteria gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leycesteria gracilis?
Leycesteria gracilis
What are the common names of Leycesteria gracilis?
Graceful Leycesteria
What is the natural habitat of Leycesteria gracilis?
Leycesteria gracilis is native to the Himalayas and western China.
Species in the Leycesteria 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-6000721: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.