Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
hamiltonianus
ID:
682463

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 2: 403 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681796



Common Names

  • Hamiltonianus Wintercreeper
  • Hamiltonianus Euonymus
  • Euonymus Hamiltonianus


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Description

Euonymus hamiltonianus (also called 'Hamilton's Euonymus', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to China and Japan. It has an upright, spreading habit and small, glossy, dark green leaves. It is commonly found in woodland, scrub and hedgerows.

Uses & Benefits

Euonymus hamiltonianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and to provide food and shelter for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Euonymus hamiltonianus are small, white, and appear in clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euonymus hamiltonianus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require protection from direct sunlight and should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Euonymus hamiltonianus

Euonymus hamiltonianus is native to China.

Euonymus hamiltonianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euonymus hamiltonianus?

Euonymus hamiltonianus

What is the common name of Euonymus hamiltonianus?

Hamilton's spindle

What is the native range of Euonymus hamiltonianus?

China and Japan

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,

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