Syringa persica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 9 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818524
Common Names
- Syringa Persica
- Persian Syringa
- Persica Syringa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Syringa persica (also called Persian Lilac, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that typically grows up to 6-8 feet tall. It is native to Iran and is found in woodlands and hedgerows. It has fragrant, pale lilac flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer.
Uses & Benefits
Syringa persica is used as an ornamental plant and its flowers are used to make tea and wine. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Syringa persica are white, bell-shaped, and fragrant. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Syringa persica can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and placed in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Syringa persica
Syringa persica can be found in temperate regions of China, Japan, and Korea.
Syringa persica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Syringa persica?
Syringa persica
What is the common name of Syringa persica?
Persian Lilac
What is the natural habitat of Syringa persica?
Mountain slopes and valleys in China
Species in the Syringa genus
Species in the Oleaceae family
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References
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:611146-1: 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].