Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
florida
ID:
1291826

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bunge) A.DC.

Source:
tro

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 11: 241 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001291164



Common Names

  • Florida Weigela
  • Old-Fashioned Weigela
  • Weigela


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Description

Weigela florida (also called Florida Weigela, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Japan and is found in deciduous and mixed forests. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Weigela florida is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant, as it is fast-growing and provides a good screen. The flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Weigela praecox var. pilosa (Nakai) Nakai

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Weigela florida has pink or red flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark-brown drupe. The seedlings are small, with round, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Weigela florida is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Weigela florida

Weigela florida can be found in the wild in China, Korea, and Japan.

Weigela florida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weigela florida?

Weigela florida

What type of plant is Weigela florida?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Weigela florida?

It is native to eastern Asia

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-6001017: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.