Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
acanthocarpus
ID:
682220

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Pl. Delavay. : 129 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681553



Common Names

  • Acanthocarpus Euonymus
  • Acanthocarpus Spindle Tree
  • Spiny-Fruited Euonymus


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Synonyms

  • Echinocarpus erythrocarpa H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Euonymus acanthocarpus laxus (Chen H.Wang) C.Y.Cheng [unknown]
  • Euonymus acanthocarpus longipes (Lace) Blakelock [unknown]
  • Euonymus acanthocarpus scandens (Lace) Blakelock [unknown]
  • Euonymus acanthocarpus sutchuenensis Franch. ex Diels [unknown]
  • Euonymus erythrocarpus H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Euonymus laxus Chen H.Wang [unknown]
  • Euonymus longipes Lace [unknown]
  • Euonymus tengyuehensis W.W.Sm. [unknown]
  • Euonymus theifolius scandens Lace [unknown]
  • Euonymus acanthocarpus acanthocarpus [unknown]

Description

Euonymus acanthocarpus (also called Spiny-fruited Euonymus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to eastern Asia, and is found in forests, woodlands, and shrublands. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

Uses & Benefits

Euonymus acanthocarpus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and berries. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat inflammation and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euonymus acanthocarpus has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer. The flowers are followed by small, yellow, fleshy fruits that contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euonymus acanthocarpus is a hardy, evergreen perennial. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Euonymus acanthocarpus

Euonymus acanthocarpus can be found in the eastern United States, primarily in the Appalachian Mountains.

Euonymus acanthocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euonymus acanthocarpus?

Euonymus acanthocarpus

What type of plant is Euonymus acanthocarpus?

It is a species of plant in the family Celastraceae.

Where is Euonymus acanthocarpus found?

It is found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Species in the Euonymus genus

Euonymus barberi, Euonymus acanthocarpus, Euonymus acanthoxanthus, Euonymus actinocarpus, Euonymus aculeatus, Euonymus aculeolus, Euonymus acuminifolius, Euonymus alatus, Euonymus americanus, Euonymus angulatus, Euonymus atropurpureus, Euonymus attenuatus, Euonymus australianus, Euonymus balansae, Euonymus benguetensis, Euonymus benthamii, Euonymus bockii, Euonymus boninensis, Euonymus bullatus, Euonymus carnosus, Euonymus castaneifolius, Euonymus centidens, Euonymus chenmoui, Euonymus chiapensis, Euonymus chloranthoides, Euonymus chuii, Euonymus clivicola, Euonymus cochinchinensis, Euonymus contractus, Euonymus cornutus, Euonymus corymbosus, Euonymus costaricensis, Euonymus crenulatus, Euonymus darrisii, Euonymus dichotomus, Euonymus dielsianus, Euonymus distichus, Euonymus dolichopus, Euonymus eberhardtii, Euonymus echinatus, Euonymus elaeodendroides, Euonymus enantiophyllus, Euonymus europaeus, Euonymus euscaphis, Euonymus ficoides, Euonymus fimbriatus, Euonymus fortunei, Euonymus frigidus, Euonymus fusiformis, Euonymus gibber,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References