Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
fagifolia
ID:
889436

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 3: 289 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000888771



Common Names

  • Clethra fagifolia
  • Fagifolia Clethra
  • Fagus-Leaved Clethra


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Description

Clethra fagifolia (also called 'Fagus-Leaved Clethra', among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to temperate regions of Europe and North America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and dry scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Clethra fagifolia is used as an ornamental shrub and is often used in landscaping. It is also used as a food source for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Clethra fagifolia var. bicolor (Kunth) Sleumer
Clethra fagifolia var. fagifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clethra fagifolia has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clethra fagifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in partial shade and in moist, well-drained soil. It is best to fertilize the soil before planting and to water the plants regularly. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a well-prepared bed. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings in the spring or summer and root them in moist soil.

Where to Find Clethra fagifolia

Clethra fagifolia is native to the eastern United States and Canada.

Clethra fagifolia FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Clethra fagifolia?

Clethra fagifolia prefers a soil pH of 5.5 to 6.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Clethra fagifolia?

Clethra fagifolia prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the optimal light exposure for Clethra fagifolia?

Clethra fagifolia prefers partial shade to full sun.

Species in the Clethra genus

Clethra formosa, Clethra tuxtlensis, Clethra purpusii, Clethra fragrans, Clethra acuminata, Clethra alcoceri, Clethra alexandri, Clethra alnifolia, Clethra arborea, Clethra arfakana, Clethra barbinervis, Clethra bodinieri, Clethra canescens, Clethra cardenasii, Clethra castaneifolia, Clethra chiapensis, Clethra consimilis, Clethra conzattiana, Clethra crispa, Clethra cubensis, Clethra cuneata, Clethra delavayi, Clethra elongata, Clethra fabri, Clethra fagifolia, Clethra fargesii, Clethra ferruginea, Clethra fimbriata, Clethra galeottiana, Clethra gelida, Clethra guyanensis, Clethra hartwegii, Clethra hendersonii, Clethra hondurensis, Clethra javanica, Clethra kaipoensis, Clethra kebarensis, Clethra licanioides, Clethra longispicata, Clethra luzmariae, Clethra macrophylla, Clethra mexicana, Clethra oaxacana, Clethra obovata, Clethra occidentalis, Clethra oleoides, Clethra ovalifolia, Clethra pachecoana, Clethra pachyphylla, Clethra papuana,

Species in the Clethraceae family

Clethra formosa, Clethra tuxtlensis, Clethra purpusii, Clethra fragrans, Clethra acuminata, Clethra alcoceri, Clethra alexandri, Clethra alnifolia, Clethra arborea, Clethra arfakana, Clethra barbinervis, Clethra bodinieri, Clethra canescens, Clethra cardenasii, Clethra castaneifolia, Clethra chiapensis, Clethra consimilis, Clethra conzattiana, Clethra crispa, Clethra cubensis, Clethra cuneata, Clethra delavayi, Clethra elongata, Clethra fabri, Clethra fagifolia, Clethra fargesii, Clethra ferruginea, Clethra fimbriata, Clethra galeottiana, Clethra gelida, Clethra guyanensis, Clethra hartwegii, Clethra hendersonii, Clethra hondurensis, Clethra javanica, Clethra kaipoensis, Clethra kebarensis, Clethra licanioides, Clethra longispicata, Clethra luzmariae, Clethra macrophylla, Clethra mexicana, Clethra oaxacana, Clethra obovata, Clethra occidentalis, Clethra oleoides, Clethra ovalifolia, Clethra pachecoana, Clethra pachyphylla, Clethra papuana,

References