Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
lucidus
ID:
682570

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nepal. : 191 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681903



Common Names

  • Shining Euonymus
  • Bright Euonymus
  • Glossy Euonymus


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Synonyms

  • Pragmatropa pendula Pierre [unknown]
  • Vyenomus pendula C.Presl [unknown]
  • Euonymus japonicus Wall. [deprecated]
  • Euonymus pendulus Wall. [unknown]
  • Euonymus pendulus Wall. ex M.A.Lawson [unknown]

Description

Euonymus lucidus (also called Shining 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 lucidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euonymus lucidus 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 lucidus 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 lucidus

Euonymus lucidus can be found in China and Japan.

Euonymus lucidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euonymus lucidus?

Euonymus lucidus

What type of plant is Euonymus lucidus?

It is a species of plant in the family Celastraceae.

Where is Euonymus lucidus 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2803467: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.