Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
latifolia
ID:
1416574

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.S.Muell.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
1776

Citation Micro:
Icon. Anim. Pl. 1: t. 4 (1776)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429039



Common Names

  • Latifolia Fothergilla
  • Latifolia Fothergill
  • Latifolia Fothergillas


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Description

Fothergilla latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Fothergilla, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 4 meters in height. It is native to North America, and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Fothergilla latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fothergilla latifolia has small, white flowers with five petals, small brown seeds, and seedlings with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fothergilla latifolia is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position in a rock garden or in a container. It can be propagated by cuttings in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame.

Where to Find Fothergilla latifolia

Fothergilla latifolia is native to the southeastern United States.

Fothergilla latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fothergilla latifolia?

Fothergilla latifolia

What type of plant is Fothergilla latifolia?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Fothergilla latifolia found?

It is native to Southeast Asia and the Indian Subcontinent

Species in the Fothergilla genus

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

Johann Sebastian Mueller (1715-1790): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.S.Muell.' in the authors string.