Itea tenuinervia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Y.Liu
Source:
tro
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 21: 35 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259206
Common Names
- Itea
- Virginia Sweetspire
- Tassel-white
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Itea tenuinervia (also called Slender-leaved Willow, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to China. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Itea tenuinervia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and ability to tolerate low light levels.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Itea tenuinervia has small, white and yellow flowers that are fragrant and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Itea tenuinervia is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from both seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Itea tenuinervia
Itea tenuinervia is native to China.
Itea tenuinervia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Itea tenuinervia?
Itea tenuinervia
What type of plant is Itea tenuinervia?
Herb
Where is Itea tenuinervia commonly found?
South America
Species in the Itea genus
Itea japonica, Itea virginica, Itea parviflora, Itea nutans, Itea oldhamii, Itea chinensis, Itea amoena, Itea yunnanensis, Itea coriacea, Itea riparia, Itea ilicifolia, Itea macrophylla, Itea kiukiangensis, Itea glutinosa, Itea yangchunensis, Itea indochinensis, Itea omeiensis, Itea tenuinervia, Itea maesifolia, Itea kwangsiensis, Itea rhamnoides,
Species in the Iteaceae family
Itea japonica, Itea virginica, Itea parviflora, Itea nutans, Itea oldhamii, Itea chinensis, Itea amoena, Itea yunnanensis, Itea coriacea, Itea riparia, Itea ilicifolia, Itea macrophylla, Itea kiukiangensis, Itea glutinosa, Itea yangchunensis, Itea indochinensis, Itea omeiensis, Itea tenuinervia, Itea maesifolia, Itea kwangsiensis, Itea rhamnoides, Pterostemon mexicanus, Pterostemon rotundifolius, Pterostemon bravoanus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50190629: Based on the initial data import
Shou Yang Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Liu' in the authors string.