Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
racemosum
ID:
653102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Siebold & Zucc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Fl. Jap. 1: 179 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652434



Common Names

  • Distylium Racemosum
  • Racemose Distylium
  • Racemose Falseholly


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Synonyms

  • Distylium racemosum angustifolium Masam. [unknown]
  • Distylium racemosum angustifolium (Masam.) H.Ohba [unknown]
  • Distylium racemosum pendulum Makino [unknown]
  • Distylium racemosum pendulum (Makino) Okuyama [unknown]

Description

Distylium racemosum (also called Racemose False Holly, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China and Taiwan. It has glossy, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is found in forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Distylium racemosum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers, and its ability to attract pollinators. It is also known for its ability to reduce soil erosion and provide a natural habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Distylium racemosum is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distylium racemosum is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full to partial sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Distylium racemosum

Distylium racemosum is native to China. It can be found growing in moist forests and along streams at elevations of 500-2000 m.

Distylium racemosum FAQ

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Distylium racemosum

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Japanese Distylium

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Hamamelidaceae

Species in the Hamamelidaceae family

Chunia bucklandioides, Corylopsis alnifolia, Corylopsis brevistyla, Corylopsis calcicola, Corylopsis coreana, Corylopsis glabrescens, Corylopsis glandulifera, Corylopsis glaucescens, Corylopsis gotoana, Corylopsis henryi, Corylopsis himalayana, Corylopsis microcarpa, Corylopsis multiflora, Corylopsis obovata, Corylopsis omeiensis, Corylopsis pauciflora, Corylopsis platypetala, Corylopsis rotundifolia, Corylopsis sinensis, Corylopsis trabeculosa, Corylopsis veitchiana, Corylopsis velutina, Corylopsis willmottiae, Corylopsis yui, Corylopsis yunnanensis, Corylopsis spicata, Dicoryphe angustifolia, Dicoryphe buddlejoides, Dicoryphe gracilis, Dicoryphe guatteriifolia, Dicoryphe lanceolata, Dicoryphe laurifolia, Dicoryphe laurina, Dicoryphe macrophylla, Dicoryphe platyphylla, Dicoryphe retusa, Dicoryphe stipulacea, Dicoryphe viticoides, Disanthus cercidifolius, Distyliopsis dunnii, Distyliopsis lanata, Distyliopsis laurifolia, Distyliopsis salicifolia, Distyliopsis tutcheri, Distyliopsis yunnanensis, Distylium annamicum, Distylium buxifolium, Distylium chinense, Distylium chinense, Distylium chungii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2773309: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Philipp Franz von Siebold (1796-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siebold' in the authors string.