Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
glabratum
ID:
421740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 3: 428 (1820)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421072



Common Names

  • Glabrous Viburnum
  • Viburnum Glabratum
  • Smooth Wayfaring Tree


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Synonyms

  • Viburnum glabrum Willd. ex Schult. [unknown]
  • Oreinotinus glabratus (Kunth) Oerst. [unknown]

Description

Viburnum glabratum (also called 'Viburnum glabratum', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in wet grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes. It has a thick stem and large, ovate leaves. The flower heads are blue and have a diameter of up to 3 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Viburnum glabratum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and for wildlife habitat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viburnum glabratum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viburnum glabratum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer, and cuttings can be taken in the spring or fall. The plant can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Viburnum glabratum

Viburnum glabratum can be found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

Viburnum glabratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viburnum glabratum?

Viburnum glabratum

What is the common name of Viburnum glabratum?

Smooth Viburnum

What type of plant is Viburnum glabratum?

Viburnum glabratum is a shrub.

Species in the Viburnum genus

Viburnum fragile, Viburnum floccosum, Viburnum hartwegii, Viburnum griffithianum, Viburnum furcatum, Viburnum garrettii, Viburnum glabratum, Viburnum glaberrimum, Viburnum cubense, Viburnum cornifolium, Viburnum clemensiae, Viburnum colebrookeanum, Viburnum costaricanum, Viburnum cornutidens, Viburnum corymbosum, Viburnum edule, Viburnum macdougallii, Viburnum molle, Viburnum junghuhnii, Viburnum jucundum, Viburnum hispidulum, Viburnum lautum, Viburnum lehmannii, Viburnum lantana, Viburnum carlesii, Viburnum boninsimense, Viburnum brachyandrum, Viburnum albopedunculatum, Viburnum alpinum, Viburnum amplificatum, Viburnum beccarii, Viburnum blandum, Viburnum annamensis, Viburnum arboreum, Viburnum antioquiense, Viburnum rugosum, Viburnum sambucinum, Viburnum sargentii, Viburnum subsessile, Viburnum suratense, Viburnum suspensum, Viburnum stellato-tomentosum, Viburnum opulus, Viburnum orientale, Viburnum phlebotrichum, Viburnum queremalense, Viburnum platyphyllum, Viburnum undulatum, Viburnum tricostatum, Viburnum tinus,

Species in the Viburnaceae family

Adoxa moschatellina, Adoxa omeiensis, Adoxa xizangensis, Adoxa corydalifolia, Sambucus sibirica, Sambucus nigra, Sambucus mexicana, Sambucus lanceolata, Sambucus kamtschatica, Sambucus pendula, Sambucus racemosa, Sambucus palmensis, Sambucus canadensis, Sambucus africana, Sambucus gaudichaudiana, Sambucus ebulus, Sambucus strumpfii, Sambucus tigranii, Sambucus sieboldiana, Sambucus wightiana, Sambucus australasica, Sambucus javanica, Sambucus cerulea, Sambucus peruviana, Sambucus williamsii, Sambucus australis, Sambucus adnata, Viburnum fragile, Viburnum floccosum, Viburnum hartwegii, Viburnum griffithianum, Viburnum furcatum, Viburnum garrettii, Viburnum glabratum, Viburnum glaberrimum, Viburnum cubense, Viburnum cornifolium, Viburnum clemensiae, Viburnum colebrookeanum, Viburnum costaricanum, Viburnum cornutidens, Viburnum corymbosum, Viburnum edule, Viburnum macdougallii, Viburnum molle, Viburnum junghuhnii, Viburnum jucundum, Viburnum hispidulum, Viburnum lautum, Viburnum lehmannii,

References