Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
japonica
ID:
1291827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1780

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Nya Handl. 1: 137 (1780)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001291165



Common Names

  • Japonica Weigela
  • Japanese Weigela
  • Japanese Winged Euonymus


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Description

Weigela japonica (also called Japanese 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 japonica 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 japonica var. sinica (Rehder) L.H.Bailey

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Weigela japonica 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 japonica 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 japonica

Weigela japonica can be found in the wild in Japan.

Weigela japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weigela japonica?

Weigela japonica

What type of plant is Weigela japonica?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Weigela japonica?

It is native to Japan

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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