Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
pringlei
ID:
890509

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 25: 157 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000889844



Common Names

  • Pringle's Clethra
  • Pringle's Sweet Pepperbush
  • Pringle's Sweet-Pepperbush


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Description

Clethra pringlei (also called the Pringle's Clethra, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are small, leathery and dark green. It prefers sunny, dry habitats and can tolerate drought.

Uses & Benefits

Clethra pringlei is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for wildlife and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clethra pringlei is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clethra pringlei is a slow-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a pot of moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Clethra pringlei

Clethra pringlei is native to Mexico and Central America.

Clethra pringlei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clethra pringlei?

Clethra pringlei

What is the family of Clethra pringlei?

Clethraceae

What is the common name of Clethra pringlei?

Pringle's Clethra

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-43362: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.