Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Y.Yang & N.Li
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Sylva Xinjiangensis: 524 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443647
Common Names
- Caragana shuidingensis
- Caragana pseudokirghisorum
- Caragana cuneifolia
Description
Caragana shuidingensis (also called Shuiding caragana, among many other common names) is a shrub species of the genus Caragana in the family Fabaceae. It is native to China, and is found in temperate and subtropical regions. It grows in sunny, dry habitats such as rocky hillsides and coastal dunes.
Uses & Benefits
Caragana shuidingensis is used for erosion control, as an ornamental plant, and for making paper.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caragana shuidingensis is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have yellowish-green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Caragana shuidingensis is a fast-growing, perennial shrub that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings from the current season’s growth in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix and kept moist until they root.
Where to Find Caragana shuidingensis
Caragana shuidingensis is native to China.
Caragana shuidingensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caragana shuidingensis?
Caragana shuidingensis
What is the common name of Caragana shuidingensis?
Shuiding Caragana
What is the natural habitat of Caragana shuidingensis?
Dry, rocky, open woods and prairies
Species in the Caragana genus
Caragana ussuriensis,
Caragana tragacanthoides,
Caragana stenophylla,
Caragana spinosa,
Caragana pygmaea,
Caragana pumila,
Caragana kirghisorum,
Caragana laeta,
Caragana decorticans,
Caragana sinica,
Caragana brevispina,
Caragana ambigua,
Caragana tibetica,
Caragana pekinensis,
Caragana densa,
Caragana franchetiana,
Caragana tangutica,
Caragana erinacea,
Caragana pleiophylla,
Caragana turkestanica,
Caragana acanthophylla,
Caragana conferta,
Caragana gerardiana,
Caragana prestoniae,
Caragana scythica,
Caragana afghanica,
Caragana aurantiaca,
Caragana gerrardiana,
Caragana jubata,
Caragana maimanensis,
Caragana microphylla,
Caragana ulicina,
Caragana dasyphylla,
Caragana spinifera,
Caragana pruinosa,
Caragana bicolor,
Caragana alpina,
Caragana kozlowi,
Caragana cuneato-alata,
Caragana leucospina,
Caragana przewalskii,
Caragana bongardiana,
Caragana roborovskyi,
Caragana changduensis,
Caragana soongorica,
Caragana stipitata,
Caragana zahlbruckneri,
Caragana manshurica,
Caragana purdomii,
Caragana litwinowii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Nong Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Li' in the authors string.