Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
acanthoxanthus
ID:
682227

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pit.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 1: 870 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681560

Common Names

  • Acanthoxanthus Euonymus
  • Acanthoxanthus Spindle Tree
  • Thorny-Fruited Euonymus

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Synonyms

  • Echinocarpus cavaleriei H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Echinocarpus esquirolii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Euonymus subtrinervis Rehder [unknown]

Description

Euonymus acanthoxanthus (also called Spiny-leaved Euonymus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to eastern Asia, and is found in forests, woodlands, and shrublands. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

Uses & Benefits

Euonymus acanthoxanthus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and berries. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat inflammation and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euonymus acanthoxanthus has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer. The flowers are followed by small, yellow, fleshy fruits that contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euonymus acanthoxanthus is a hardy, evergreen perennial. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Euonymus acanthoxanthus

Euonymus acanthoxanthus can be found in the eastern United States, primarily in the Appalachian Mountains.

Euonymus acanthoxanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euonymus acanthoxanthus?

Euonymus acanthoxanthus

What type of plant is Euonymus acanthoxanthus?

It is a species of plant in the family Celastraceae.

Where is Euonymus acanthoxanthus found?

It is found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Species in the Euonymus genus

Euonymus barberi, Euonymus acanthocarpus, Euonymus acanthoxanthus, Euonymus actinocarpus, Euonymus aculeatus, Euonymus aculeolus, Euonymus acuminifolius, Euonymus alatus, Euonymus americanus, Euonymus angulatus, Euonymus atropurpureus, Euonymus attenuatus, Euonymus australianus, Euonymus balansae, Euonymus benguetensis, Euonymus benthamii, Euonymus bockii, Euonymus boninensis, Euonymus bullatus, Euonymus carnosus, Euonymus castaneifolius, Euonymus centidens, Euonymus chenmoui, Euonymus chiapensis, Euonymus chloranthoides, Euonymus chuii, Euonymus clivicola, Euonymus cochinchinensis, Euonymus contractus, Euonymus cornutus, Euonymus corymbosus, Euonymus costaricensis, Euonymus crenulatus, Euonymus darrisii, Euonymus dichotomus, Euonymus dielsianus, Euonymus distichus, Euonymus dolichopus, Euonymus eberhardtii, Euonymus echinatus, Euonymus elaeodendroides, Euonymus enantiophyllus, Euonymus europaeus, Euonymus euscaphis, Euonymus ficoides, Euonymus fimbriatus, Euonymus fortunei, Euonymus frigidus, Euonymus fusiformis, Euonymus gibber,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,