Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
chrysantha
ID:
663898

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
J. Hort. Soc. London 1: 148 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663230



Common Names

  • Chrysantha Edgeworthia
  • Edgeworthia Chrysantha
  • Chrysantha Plantain Lily


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Synonyms

  • Daphne papyracia hort. ex Koehne [unknown]
  • Daphne papyrifera Siebold [unknown]
  • Edgeworthia papyrifera Siebold & Zucc. [unknown]
  • Edgeworthia tomentosa Nakai [unknown]

Description

Edgeworthia chrysantha (also called Chinese Paperbush, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to East Asia. It grows in moist woodlands and shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Edgeworthia chrysantha is an evergreen shrub that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces fragrant yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Edgeworthia chrysantha is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Edgeworthia chrysantha is a deciduous shrub that is best grown in full sun to part shade in well-drained, acidic soil. It can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer, or from seed sown in spring. It can also be propagated by layering.

Where to Find Edgeworthia chrysantha

Edgeworthia chrysantha is native to East Asia.

Edgeworthia chrysantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Edgeworthia chrysantha?

Edgeworthia chrysantha

What is the common name of Edgeworthia chrysantha?

Paperbush

What is the native habitat of Edgeworthia chrysantha?

Woodlands in Japan

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