Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Perrier) H.Perrier
Source:
cmp
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 10: 203 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000684160
Common Names
- Longipes Evonymopsis
- Long-Stalked Evonymopsis
- Long-Stalk Evonymopsis
Synonyms
- Brexiella longipes H.Perrier [unknown]
- Euonymus acanthodontus Loes. [unknown]
Description
Evonymopsis longipes (also called Long-Stalked Evonymopsis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. Native to East Asia, it is found in forests, woodlands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Evonymopsis longipes is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, including its ability to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Evonymopsis longipes has white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Evonymopsis longipes is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It needs regular pruning to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Evonymopsis longipes
Evonymopsis longipes can be found in the wild in China and Japan.
Evonymopsis longipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Evonymopsis longipes?
Evonymopsis longipes
What are the common names of Evonymopsis longipes?
Long-stalked evonymopsis
What is the growth habit of Evonymopsis longipes?
Evonymopsis longipes is a shrub or small tree
Species in the Evonymopsis genus
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,