Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Species:
myrtoides
ID:
465916

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bertol.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Fl. Guatimal. : 21 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465248



Common Names

  • Myrtoides Philadelphus
  • Philadelphus Myrtoides
  • Myrtle-leaved Philadelphus


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Synonyms

  • Philadelphus trichopetalus Körn. [unknown]
  • Philadelphus sempervirens hort. ex Moore [unknown]

Description

Philadelphus myrtoides (also called Myrtle-leaved Mock Orange, among many other common names) is a species of deciduous shrub native to the western United States. It has a small, woody stem and a rounded crown, with leaves that are glossy green and lanceolate in shape. It prefers dry, temperate climates and is found in lowland forests, as well as in riparian habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Philadelphus myrtoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Philadelphus myrtoides has small, white flowers with five petals. Seeds: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Philadelphus myrtoides have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philadelphus myrtoides is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or from seed sown in autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Philadelphus myrtoides

Philadelphus myrtoides is native to the temperate forests of North America.

Philadelphus myrtoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philadelphus myrtoides?

Philadelphus myrtoides

What is the natural habitat of Philadelphus myrtoides?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the average size of Philadelphus myrtoides?

The tree can reach up to 15 meters in height

Species in the Philadelphus genus

Philadelphus tenuifolius, Philadelphus myrtoides, Philadelphus pubescens, Philadelphus coronarius, Philadelphus delavayi, Philadelphus hirsutus, Philadelphus inodorus, Philadelphus lewisii, Philadelphus maculatus, Philadelphus mearnsii, Philadelphus microphyllus, Philadelphus serpyllifolius, Philadelphus texensis, Philadelphus tomentosus, Philadelphus mexicanus, Philadelphus schrenkii, Philadelphus incanus, Philadelphus pekinensis, Philadelphus satsumi, Philadelphus sericanthus, Philadelphus brachybotrys, Philadelphus tsianschanensis, Philadelphus laxiflorus, Philadelphus purpurascens, Philadelphus kansuensis, Philadelphus reevesianus, Philadelphus dasycalyx, Philadelphus kunmingensis, Philadelphus lushuiensis, Philadelphus tetragonus, Philadelphus caudatus, Philadelphus subcanus, Philadelphus henryi, Philadelphus zhejiangensis, Philadelphus calvescens, Philadelphus affinis, Philadelphus karwinskyanus, Philadelphus calcicola, Philadelphus asperifolius, Philadelphus coulteri, Philadelphus pueblanus, Philadelphus pringlei, Philadelphus sargentianus,

Species in the Hydrangeaceae family

Carpenteria californica, Deutzia albida, Deutzia aspera, Deutzia baroniana, Deutzia bhutanensis, Deutzia bomiensis, Deutzia breviloba, Deutzia bungoensis, Deutzia calycosa, Deutzia cinerascens, Deutzia compacta, Deutzia coriacea, Deutzia corymbosa, Deutzia crassidentatus, Deutzia crassifolia, Deutzia crenata, Deutzia cymuligera, Deutzia discolor, Deutzia esquirolii, Deutzia faberi, Deutzia floribunda, Deutzia glabrata, Deutzia glauca, Deutzia glaucophylla, Deutzia glomeruliflora, Deutzia gracilis, Deutzia grandiflora, Deutzia hatusimae, Deutzia henryi, Deutzia heterophylla, Deutzia hookeriana, Deutzia hypoglauca, Deutzia longifolia, Deutzia macrantha, Deutzia maximowicziana, Deutzia mexicana, Deutzia mollis, Deutzia monbeigii, Deutzia muliensis, Deutzia multiradiata, Deutzia nanchuanensis, Deutzia naseana, Deutzia ningpoensis, Deutzia oaxacana, Deutzia obtusilobata, Deutzia occidentalis, Deutzia ogatai, Deutzia paniculata, Deutzia parviflora, Deutzia pilosa,

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