Status:
valid
Authors:
I.M.Turner
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 51: 308 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341008
Common Names
- Rhamnus grubovii
- Grubov's Rhamnus
- Grubov's Buckthorn
- Grubov's Buckthorn Tree
Description
Rhamnus grubovii (also called Chinese Buckthorn, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to China, Korea, and Japan. It grows up to 5m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 10cm. It is found in mountain forests and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Rhamnus grubovii is used for fuelwood, fodder, timber, and erosion control. Its bark is used for tanning and dyeing, and its gum is used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhamnus grubovii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhamnus grubovii is an evergreen shrub native to China. It is best grown in a medium that is well-drained and contains plenty of organic matter. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Rhamnus grubovii
Rhamnus grubovii is native to Southeast Asia.
Rhamnus grubovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhamnus grubovii?
Rhamnus grubovii
What is the natural habitat of Rhamnus grubovii?
Rhamnus grubovii is native to the subtropical forests of East Asia.
What are the care requirements for Rhamnus grubovii?
Rhamnus grubovii requires bright, indirect light and moderate humidity. It should be kept in a well-draining potting mix and watered regularly.
Species in the Rhamnus genus
Rhamnus saxatilis,
Rhamnus spathulifolia,
Rhamnus schlechteri,
Rhamnus sibthorpiana,
Rhamnus serpyllacea,
Rhamnus seravschanica,
Rhamnus prinoides,
Rhamnus petiolaris,
Rhamnus philippinensis,
Rhamnus pichleri,
Rhamnus persicifolia,
Rhamnus qianweiensis,
Rhamnus prunifolia,
Rhamnus pyrella,
Rhamnus pumila,
Rhamnus punctata,
Rhamnus purandharensis,
Rhamnus pulogensis,
Rhamnus wightii,
Rhamnus woloszczakii,
Rhamnus velutina,
Rhamnus sumbawana,
Rhamnus thymifolia,
Rhamnus sumatrensis,
Rhamnus staddo,
Rhamnus tonkinensis,
Rhamnus erythroxylon,
Rhamnus disperma,
Rhamnus dolichophylla,
Rhamnus fallax,
Rhamnus glaucophylla,
Rhamnus glandulosa,
Rhamnus gayeri,
Rhamnus cathartica,
Rhamnus crenulata,
Rhamnus davurica,
Rhamnus collettii,
Rhamnus costata,
Rhamnus cornifolia,
Rhamnus cordata,
Rhamnus nitida,
Rhamnus nigrescens,
Rhamnus rhodopea,
Rhamnus papuana,
Rhamnus orbiculata,
Rhamnus oleoides,
Rhamnus myrtifolia,
Rhamnus ludovici-salvatoris,
Rhamnus lycioides,
Rhamnus libanotica,
Species in the Rhamnaceae family
Adolphia californica,
Adolphia infesta,
Alphitonia pomaderroides,
Alphitonia carolinensis,
Alphitonia excelsa,
Alphitonia ferruginea,
Alphitonia franguloides,
Alphitonia incana,
Alphitonia macrocarpa,
Alphitonia marquesensis,
Alphitonia neocaledonica,
Alphitonia petriei,
Alphitonia philippinensis,
Alphitonia ponderosa,
Alphitonia whitei,
Alphitonia zizyphoides,
Alphitonia oblata,
Alvimiantha tricamerata,
Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis,
Ampelozizyphus amazonicus,
Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum,
Araracuara vetusta,
Auerodendron acuminatum,
Auerodendron acunae,
Auerodendron cubense,
Auerodendron glaucescens,
Auerodendron jamaicense,
Auerodendron martii,
Auerodendron northropianum,
Auerodendron pauciflorum,
Auerodendron reticulatum,
Auerodendron truncatum,
Bathiorhamnus capuronii,
Bathiorhamnus dentatus,
Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus,
Bathiorhamnus reticulatus,
Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis,
Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus,
Bathiorhamnus louvelii,
Berchemia annamensis,
Berchemia arisanensis,
Berchemia barbigera,
Berchemia brachycarpa,
Berchemia burmanniana,
Berchemia cinerascens,
Berchemia compressicarpa,
Berchemia discolor,
Berchemia edgeworthii,
Berchemia elmeri,
Berchemia flavescens,