Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japonica
ID:
504903

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1783

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Pl. : 58 (1783)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504235



Common Names

  • Skimmia japonica
  • Japanese Skimmia
  • Japanese Mock Orange


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Synonyms

  • Skimmia fragrantissima hort. ex T.Moore [unknown]
  • Skimmia fragrans Carrière [unknown]
  • Skimmia veitchii Carrière [unknown]
  • Skimmia oblata T.Moore [unknown]
  • Skimmia rugosa Makino [unknown]
  • Ilex skimmia Spreng. [unknown]
  • Skimmia japonica japonica [unknown]

Description

Skimmia japonica (also called Japanese Skimmia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rutaceae family. It is native to Japan, China, and Korea, and it grows in forests, woodlands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Skimmia japonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, fever, and inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Skimmia japonica var. distincte-venulosa (Hayata) C.E.Chang
Skimmia japonica var. orthoclada (Hayata) T.C.Ho
Skimmia japonica for. rugosa (Yatabe) Ohwi
Skimmia japonica var. arisanensis (Hayata) T.Yamaz.
Skimmia japonica sub. distincte-venulosa (Hayata) T.C.Ho
Skimmia japonica var. lutchuensis (Nakai) T.Yamaz.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Skimmia japonica has small, white flowers with yellowish-green bracts. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Skimmia japonica is an evergreen shrub with small, glossy, dark green leaves. It is best grown in partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Skimmia japonica

Skimmia japonica can be found in Japan, Korea, and China.

Skimmia japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Skimmia japonica?

Skimmia japonica

What is the common name of Skimmia japonica?

Japanese Skimmia

Where is Skimmia japonica found?

It is found in East Asia

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References