Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
chamaedaphne
ID:
1255283

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
tro

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 14: 547 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254621



Common Names

  • Wikstroemia Chamaedaphne
  • Chamaedaphne Wikstroemia
  • Chamaedaphne Wikstroemia


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Description

Wikstroemia chamaedaphne (also called Chinese dwarf wikstroemia, among many other common names) is a low-growing shrub with simple, alternate leaves and small white flowers. It is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Wikstroemia chamaedaphne is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wikstroemia chamaedaphne has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wikstroemia chamaedaphne is an evergreen shrub native to China. It is easily propagated through stem cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a sunny location and should be kept moist but not wet. It is best grown in a container or in a greenhouse.

Where to Find Wikstroemia chamaedaphne

Wikstroemia chamaedaphne can be found in the tropical forests of China.

Wikstroemia chamaedaphne FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wikstroemia chamaedaphne?

Wikstroemia chamaedaphne

What is the family of Wikstroemia chamaedaphne?

Thymelaeaceae

Where is Wikstroemia chamaedaphne found?

China

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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