Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Species:
pubescens
ID:
465958

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loisel.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Herb. Gén. Amat. 4: t. 268 (1820)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465290



Common Names

  • Pubescens Philadelphus
  • Philadelphus Pubescens
  • Downy Philadelphus


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Synonyms

  • Philadelphus stenopetala Carrière [unknown]
  • Philadelphus verrucosus Schrad. [unknown]
  • Philadelphus rhombifolius Rehder [unknown]
  • Philadelphus latifolius Schrad. [unknown]
  • Philadelphus discolor Raf. [unknown]
  • Philadelphus gattingeri S.Y.Hu [unknown]
  • Philadelphus pubescens verrucosus (Schrad.) S.Y.Hu [unknown]
  • Philadelphus pubescens pubescens [unknown]
  • Philadelphus intectus Beadle [unknown]
  • Philadelphus pubescens intectus A.H.Moore [unknown]

Description

Philadelphus pubescens (also called Downy Mock Orange, among many other common names) is a species of deciduous shrub native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It has an upright habit and grows up to 3 m tall. It has ovate, pubescent leaves that are dark green and glossy on top with a paler underside. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philadelphus pubescens 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 pubescens

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

Philadelphus pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philadelphus pubescens?

Philadelphus pubescens

What is the natural habitat of Philadelphus pubescens?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the average size of Philadelphus pubescens?

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,