Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elegans
ID:
1427981

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.94: 288 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444146





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Description

Sunhangia elegans (also called Elegant Sunhangia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Sunhangia elegans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sunhangia elegans var. elegans
Sunhangia elegans var. handelii (Schindl.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi
Sunhangia elegans var. nutans (Graham) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sunhangia elegans has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have two, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sunhangia elegans is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as profusely. It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Sunhangia elegans

Sunhangia elegans can be found in Mexico.

Sunhangia elegans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sunhangia elegans?

Sunhangia elegans

What is the family of Sunhangia elegans?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Sunhangia elegans?

Sunhangia

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Kazuaki Ohashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Ohashi' in the authors string.