Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

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Details of genus: Lapageria [2463]

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Family: Philesiaceae

family_ja: フィレシア

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description_en: Genus of one species of woody, twining, evergreen climber occurring in moist forest habitats in Chile. It is grown for its very showy, pendent, oblong-bell-shaped flowers. The leaves are alternate and ovate. In frost-prone climates, grow in a cool greenhouse; elsewhere, it is best grown against a shady wall.

hardiness_en: Frost hardy to half hardy.

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propagation_en: Sow seed that has been soaked in water for 48 hours, at 13-18°C (55-64°F) in spring. Take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer, or layer in autumn.

pests_en: Aphids, mealy-bugs, scale insects, and thrips may be a problem, particularly under glass.

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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 Philesiaceae フィレシア科 Show
PB2 Philesiaceae フィレシア科 Show
PB3 Philesiaceae フィレシア科 Show

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