Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
682629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt. ex Torr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Pacif. Railr. Rep. Whipple, Bot. 4(5; 4): 74 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681962



Common Names

  • Western Euonymus
  • Western Burning-Bush
  • Western Spindle-Tree


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Description

Euonymus occidentalis (also called Western Spindle, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to China and Japan. It has ovate leaves with toothed margins, and its stems are covered with corky wings. It grows in forests, thickets, and along streams and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Euonymus occidentalis is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Euonymus occidentalis var. parishii (Trel.) Jeps.
Euonymus occidentalis var. occidentalis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euonymus occidentalis 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 occidentalis is a shrub or small tree native to China. It is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9 and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in moist soil.

Where to Find Euonymus occidentalis

Euonymus occidentalis can be found in the United States, in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington.

Euonymus occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euonymus occidentalis?

Euonymus occidentalis

What is the common name of Euonymus occidentalis?

Western spindle tree

What type of plant is Euonymus occidentalis?

Euonymus occidentalis 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2803520: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.