Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serrata
ID:
501517

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 11: 430 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500849



Common Names

  • Stewartia serrata
  • Japanese Stewartia
  • Serrated Stewartia


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Description

Stewartia serrata (also called Japanese Stewartia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Theaceae family. It is native to Japan and Korea. It is found in lowland and hill forests, as well as in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Stewartia serrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing habit and is drought-tolerant. The plant is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stewartia serrata has white, bell-shaped flowers, which are followed by small, dark brown, winged seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stewartia serrata is a deciduous tree native to Japan. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Stewartia serrata

Stewartia serrata is native to Japan and can be found in the forests of the country.

Stewartia serrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stewartia serrata?

Stewartia serrata

What is the common name of Stewartia serrata?

Japanese Stewartia

What is the natural habitat of Stewartia serrata?

Woodlands in Japan

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

Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:829522-1: 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].