Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
middendorffiana
ID:
1291496

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Carrière) K.Koch

Source:
tro

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Hort. Dendrol. : 298 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290834



Common Names

  • Weigela middendorffiana
  • Middendorff's Weigela
  • Middendorff's Fly Honeysuckle


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Description

Weigela middendorffiana (also called Middendorff's Weigela, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to eastern Asia. It has large, leathery leaves and white flowers, and it grows in moist soils and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Weigela middendorffiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for hedges. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Weigela middendorffiana has white flowers that are composed of five petals and have a sweet, fragrant scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Weigela middendorffiana is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in summer or autumn and rooted in a cold frame. The shrub can be planted in a sunny or partially shaded position and prefers well-drained soil.

Where to Find Weigela middendorffiana

Weigela middendorffiana is native to East Asia.

Weigela middendorffiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weigela middendorffiana?

Weigela middendorffiana

What is the common name of Weigela middendorffiana?

Middendorff's Weigela

What is the natural habitat of Weigela middendorffiana?

It is native to Siberia and northern China

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

Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.
Élie-Abel Carrière (1818-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carrière' in the authors string.