Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
832841

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 25: 158 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000832176



Common Names

  • Forestiera tomentosa
  • Tomentose Forestiera
  • Tomentose Privet


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Description

Forestiera tomentosa (also called Downy Forestiera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers, native to the southeastern United States. It is found in moist, shady and open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Forestiera tomentosa is used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating coughs and colds, and for its edible fruit.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Forestiera tomentosa has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are usually arranged in an opposite pattern.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Forestiera tomentosa is a perennial shrub native to the United States. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be planted in spring or fall and should be watered regularly. Fertilize in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Forestiera tomentosa

Forestiera tomentosa can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia and Delaware.

Forestiera tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Forestiera tomentosa?

Forestiera tomentosa

What is the common name of Forestiera tomentosa?

Downy privet

What is the natural habitat of Forestiera tomentosa?

Woodlands, scrub and hedgerows

Species in the Oleaceae family

Abeliophyllum distichum, Cartrema floridana, Cartrema scortechinii, Cartrema sumatrana, Cartrema americana, Chionanthus greenii, Chionanthus colonchensis, Chionanthus macrothyrsus, Chionanthus acunae, Chionanthus adamsii, Chionanthus albidiflorus, Chionanthus amblirrhinus, Chionanthus avilensis, Chionanthus axillaris, Chionanthus axilliflorus, Chionanthus bakeri, Chionanthus balgooyanus, Chionanthus beccarii, Chionanthus brachystachys, Chionanthus brassii, Chionanthus bumelioides, Chionanthus callophylloides, Chionanthus callophyllus, Chionanthus caudifolius, Chionanthus caymanensis, Chionanthus celebicus, Chionanthus clementis, Chionanthus compactus, Chionanthus cordulatus, Chionanthus coriaceus, Chionanthus crassifolius, Chionanthus crispus, Chionanthus curvicarpus, Chionanthus cuspidatus, Chionanthus decipiens, Chionanthus densiflorus, Chionanthus dictyophyllus, Chionanthus diversifolius, Chionanthus domingensis, Chionanthus dussii, Chionanthus ellipticus, Chionanthus enervis, Chionanthus eriorachis, Chionanthus evenius, Chionanthus ferrugineus, Chionanthus filiformis, Chionanthus fluminensis, Chionanthus gigas, Chionanthus globosus, Chionanthus glomeratus,

References

Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:608884-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].