Syringa villosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vahl
Source:
wcs
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Obs. 1: 38 (1804)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818701
Common Names
- Hairy Lilac
- Hairy Syringa
- Hairy Tree Lilac
Searching for Syringa villosa? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Syringa villosa (also called Hairy Lilac, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Europe and Asia. It grows to a height of 2-3 m and has ovate-lanceolate leaves. It has fragrant, white flowers that bloom in May and June. It is found in forests, thickets, and along streams in its native regions.
Uses & Benefits
Syringa villosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Syringa villosa sub. wolfii (C.K.Schneid.) Jin Y.Chen & D.Y.HongSyringa villosa sub. villosa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Syringa villosa is white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
Searching for Syringa villosa? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Syringa villosa is a deciduous shrub native to Central and Eastern Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through cuttings or layering.
Where to Find Syringa villosa
Syringa villosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows and rocky areas.
Syringa villosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Syringa villosa?
Syringa villosa
What is the common name of Syringa villosa?
Villosa Lilac
What is the natural habitat of Syringa villosa?
It is native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia
Species in the Syringa genus
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
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:611182-1: 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].