Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
virginiana
ID:
1065902

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
tro

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 124 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001065240



Common Names

  • Hamamelis
  • Virginiana
  • Virginiana Hamamelis


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Uses & Benefits

Hamamelis virginiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in coastal areas.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hamamelis virginiana sub. vernalis F.G.Meyer
Hamamelis virginiana var. mexicana (Standl.) C.Lane

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hamamelis virginiana has yellow, fragrant flowers that are clustered in a terminal inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are erect with lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hamamelis virginiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Hamamelis virginiana

Hamamelis virginiana can be found in the eastern United States, from Maine to Florida.

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,

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