Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
1233233

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Champ.) C.Y.Wu & S.X.Yang

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 381 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001232571



Common Names

  • Pyrenaria spectabilis
  • Spectacular Pyrenaria
  • Showy Pyrenaria


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Description

Pyrenaria spectabilis (also called 'Spectacular Pyrenaria', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to Taiwan and is found in subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrenaria spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pyrenaria spectabilis var. greeniae (Chun) S.X.Yang
Pyrenaria spectabilis var. spectabilis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pyrenaria spectabilis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed pods are long and thin, containing small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrenaria spectabilis is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or from seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse and should be lightly covered with soil. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Pyrenaria spectabilis

Pyrenaria spectabilis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pyrenaria spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrenaria spectabilis?

Pyrenaria spectabilis

What is the common name of Pyrenaria spectabilis?

Spectacular Pyrenaria

What is the natural habitat of Pyrenaria spectabilis?

Moist woods and rocky slopes

Species in the Theaceae family

Apterosperma oblata, Archboldiodendron calosericeum, Balthasaria mannii, Balthasaria schliebenii, Camellia intermedia, Camellia maoniushanensis, Camellia amplexifolia, Camellia anlungensis, Camellia assimiloides, Camellia aurea, Camellia azalea, Camellia candida, Camellia caudata, Camellia chekiangoleosa, Camellia chrysanthoides, Camellia connata, Camellia corallina, Camellia cordifolia, Camellia costata, Camellia costei, Camellia crapnelliana, Camellia crassicolumna, Camellia crassipes, Camellia crassiphylla, Camellia cupiformis, Camellia cuspidata, Camellia dongnaicensis, Camellia dormoyana, Camellia drupifera, Camellia edithae, Camellia elongata, Camellia euphlebia, Camellia euryoides, Camellia fascicularis, Camellia flava, Camellia flavida, Camellia fleuryi, Camellia fluviatilis, Camellia fraterna, Camellia furfuracea, Camellia gaudichaudii, Camellia gilbertii, Camellia glabricostata, Camellia gracilipes, Camellia grandibracteata, Camellia granthamiana, Camellia grijsii, Camellia gymnogyna, Camellia hekouensis, Camellia hiemalis,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
John George Champion (1815-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Champ.' in the authors string.
Shi Xiong Yang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.X.Yang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60439293-2: 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].