Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
oblanceolata
ID:
770943

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 18: 119 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770276



Common Names

  • Callicarpa oblanceolata
  • Oblong-Leaved Beautyberry
  • Oblong-Leaved Callicarpa


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Description

Callicarpa oblanceolata (also called Oblanceolate Callicarpa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to China, India, and Japan. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Callicarpa oblanceolata is an ornamental shrub that is often used in landscaping. It has clusters of small, purple berries that are attractive to birds and other wildlife. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Callicarpa oblanceolata is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callicarpa oblanceolata is a hardy shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in acidic, neutral, or alkaline soils. It is a fast-growing plant and can spread quickly, so it may need to be thinned out periodically.

Where to Find Callicarpa oblanceolata

Callicarpa oblanceolata is native to China and can be found in moist, shady areas. It is also found in the horticultural trade.

Callicarpa oblanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callicarpa oblanceolata?

Callicarpa oblanceolata

What is the common name of Callicarpa oblanceolata?

Oblong beautyberry

What type of plant is Callicarpa oblanceolata?

Shrub

Species in the Callicarpa genus

Callicarpa aculeolata, Callicarpa acuminata, Callicarpa acutidens, Callicarpa acutifolia, Callicarpa albidotomentella, Callicarpa alongensis, Callicarpa americana, Callicarpa ampla, Callicarpa angusta, Callicarpa angustifolia, Callicarpa anisophylla, Callicarpa anomala, Callicarpa apoensis, Callicarpa arborea, Callicarpa areolata, Callicarpa badipilosa, Callicarpa barbata, Callicarpa basilanensis, Callicarpa basitruncata, Callicarpa baviensis, Callicarpa bicolor, Callicarpa bodinieri, Callicarpa bodinieroides, Callicarpa borneensis, Callicarpa bracteata, Callicarpa brevipes, Callicarpa brevipetiolata, Callicarpa brevistyla, Callicarpa bucheri, Callicarpa candicans, Callicarpa cathayana, Callicarpa caudata, Callicarpa cinnamomea, Callicarpa collina, Callicarpa crassinervis, Callicarpa cubensis, Callicarpa cuneifolia, Callicarpa denticulata, Callicarpa dentosa, Callicarpa dichotoma, Callicarpa dolichophylla, Callicarpa erioclona, Callicarpa erythrosticta, Callicarpa fasciculiflora, Callicarpa ferruginea, Callicarpa flavida, Callicarpa floccosa, Callicarpa formosana, Callicarpa fulva, Callicarpa fulvohirsuta,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-30900: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.