Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
macropterus
ID:
682578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rupr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 15: 359 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681911



Common Names

  • Large-Winged Euonymus
  • Large-Winged Burning-Bush
  • Large-Winged Spindle-Tree


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Synonyms

  • Euonymus ussuriensis Maxim. [unknown]
  • Kalonymus macroptera (Rupr.) Prokh. [unknown]
  • Kalonymus macropterus (Rupr.) Prokh. [unknown]
  • Turibana macroptera (Rupr.) Nakai [unknown]
  • Euonymus usuriensis Maxim. [unknown]

Description

Euonymus macropterus (also called 'Large-Winged 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 macropterus 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

The flower of Euonymus macropterus is white, and its seeds are small, winged capsules. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euonymus macropterus 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 macropterus

Euonymus macropterus can be found in China.

Euonymus macropterus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euonymus macropterus?

Euonymus macropterus

What is the common name of Euonymus macropterus?

Large-winged spindle tree

What type of plant is Euonymus macropterus?

Euonymus macropterus is a deciduous shrub

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