Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

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Details of genus: Carpenteria [2266]

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Family: Philadelphaceae

family_ja: バイカウツギ

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description_en: Genus of one species of evergreen shrub found in scrub on dry slopes and ridges, and in pine forest, in California, USA. It is valued mainly for its handsome leaves, which are opposite, leathery, and entire, and for its shallowly cup-shaped white flowers. C. californica is ideal for a shrub border or for growing against a wall.

hardiness_en: Frost hardy.

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propagation_en: Sow seed at 13-18°C (55-54°F) in autumn or spring. Root greenwood or semi-ripe cuttings in summer.

pests_en: Fungal leaf spot may be a problem.

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Update Information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41

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SystemAccepted?Scientific nameJapanese nameInfra-familial classification# species
APG4 Philadelphaceae バイカウツギ科 Show
PB2 Philadelphaceae バイカウツギ科 Show
PB3 Philadelphaceae バイカウツギ科 Show

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