Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
laxiflorus
ID:
682547

Status:
valid

Authors:
Champ. ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 3: 333 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681880



Common Names

  • Euonymus laxiflorus
  • Loose-flowered Euonymus
  • Loose-flowered Euonymus Bush


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Synonyms

  • Masakia pellucidifolia (Hayata) Nakai [unknown]
  • Euonymus blinii H.Lév. [valid]
  • Euonymus cuspidatus Loes. [unknown]
  • Euonymus forbesianus Loes. [unknown]
  • Euonymus incertus Pit. [unknown]
  • Euonymus kwangtungensis C.Y.Cheng [unknown]
  • Euonymus laxicymosus C.Y.Cheng ex J.S.Ma [unknown]
  • Euonymus longifolius Champ. ex Benth. [illegitimate]
  • Euonymus paniculatus Wight ex M.A.Lawson [unknown]
  • Euonymus pellucidifolius Hayata [unknown]
  • Euonymus rostratus W.W.Sm. [unknown]
  • Euonymus rubescens Pit. [unknown]
  • Euonymus vaniotii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Euonymus crosnieri H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]

Description

Euonymus laxiflorus (also called Loose-flowered Euonymus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Celastraceae family. It is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and along roadsides. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Euonymus laxiflorus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak. The plant has a high tolerance for drought and can also be used to control soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euonymus laxiflorus has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. The flowers are followed by small, yellow-orange fruits that contain four seeds. The seeds are small and black with a white coating. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euonymus laxiflorus is an evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of soils and climates. It can be propagated by 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 fall and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Euonymus laxiflorus

Euonymus laxiflorus is native to China.

Euonymus laxiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euonymus laxiflorus?

Euonymus laxiflorus

What is the common name of Euonymus laxiflorus?

Euonymus

What is the natural habitat of Euonymus laxiflorus?

Woodlands, scrub and rocky slopes

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2803446: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John George Champion (1815-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Champ.' in the authors string.