Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vulgaris
ID:
819370

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 9 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818704



Common Names

  • Common Lilac
  • Common Syringa
  • Common Tree Lilac


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Description

Syringa vulgaris (also called Common 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 vulgaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syringa vulgaris is white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syringa vulgaris 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 vulgaris

Syringa vulgaris is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows and rocky areas.

Syringa vulgaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syringa vulgaris?

Syringa vulgaris

What is the common name of Syringa vulgaris?

Vulgaris Lilac

What is the natural habitat of Syringa vulgaris?

It is native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:289009-2: 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].