Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

Details of genus: Lagerstroemia L. [704]

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accepted: Accepted

Family: Lythraceae

family_ja: ミソハギ

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distribution_en: Tropical Asia to Australia

description_en: Genus of approximately 50 species of deciduous or evergreen shrubs and trees occurring in deciduous woodland, often near rivers, in warm-temperate and tropical regions from Asia to Australia. They are cultivated for their conical, brightly coloured panicles of flowers, with characteristic crinkled petals, and their often peeling bark. The leaves vary greatly in shape within the genus, but are usually opposite. In frost-prone areas, grow against a warm, sunny wall, or overwinter in a cool or temperate greenhouse. In warmer climates, grow as specimens, in group plantings, or as a hedge or screen.

hardiness_en: Half hardy, or frost hardy in areas with very hot summers where the wood can ripen fully.

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propagation_en: Sow seed at 10-13°C (50-55°F) in spring. Root softwood cuttings in late spring, or semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in summer.

pests_en: Mealybugs, red spider mites, and whiteflies may be a problem under glass.

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comment_ja: サルスベリ

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Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2022-03-09 15:20

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