Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
1229450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 26: 396 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228788



Common Names

  • Wikstroemia angustifolia
  • Narrow-Leaved Wikstroemia
  • Narrow-Leaved False-Mallow


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Description

Wikstroemia angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Wikstroemia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to China and is found in temperate forests, meadows and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Wikstroemia angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wikstroemia angustifolia has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wikstroemia angustifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light, sandy soil mix in a cold frame in the spring. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sheltered, partially shaded location in moist, acidic soil.

Where to Find Wikstroemia angustifolia

Wikstroemia angustifolia can be found in the Himalayan region of India and China.

Wikstroemia angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wikstroemia angustifolia?

Wikstroemia angustifolia

What is the natural habitat of Wikstroemia angustifolia?

Wikstroemia angustifolia is found in tropical and subtropical forests in China.

What is the flowering season of Wikstroemia angustifolia?

Wikstroemia angustifolia flowers from April to June.

Species in the Wikstroemia genus

Wikstroemia hanalei, Wikstroemia pilosa, Wikstroemia ovata, Wikstroemia bicornuta, Wikstroemia forbesii, Wikstroemia furcata, Wikstroemia monticola, Wikstroemia oahuensis, Wikstroemia phillyreifolia, Wikstroemia pulcherrima, Wikstroemia sandwicensis, Wikstroemia skottsbergiana, Wikstroemia uva-ursi, Wikstroemia villosa, Wikstroemia canescens, Wikstroemia australis, Wikstroemia mononectaria, Wikstroemia lanceolata, Wikstroemia indica, Wikstroemia leptophylla, Wikstroemia lichiangensis, Wikstroemia dolichantha, Wikstroemia scytophylla, Wikstroemia hainanensis, Wikstroemia chui, Wikstroemia nutans, Wikstroemia vaccinium, Wikstroemia liangii, Wikstroemia anhuiensis, Wikstroemia monnula, Wikstroemia gracilis, Wikstroemia stenophylla, Wikstroemia fargesii, Wikstroemia ligustrina, Wikstroemia angustifolia, Wikstroemia linoides, Wikstroemia micrantha, Wikstroemia subcyclolepidota, Wikstroemia johnplewsii, Wikstroemia huidongensis, Wikstroemia meyeniana, Wikstroemia glabra, Wikstroemia pachyrachis, Wikstroemia longipaniculata, Wikstroemia trichotoma, Wikstroemia capitata, Wikstroemia alternifolia, Wikstroemia retusa, Wikstroemia taiwanensis, Wikstroemia techinensis,

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

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