Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Henry
Source:
cmp
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. (Paris) 75: 12 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465421
Common Names
- Delavayi
- Philadelphus
- Delavayi
Synonyms
- Philadelphus delavayi delavayi [unknown]
Description
Philadelphus delavayi (also called Delavay Mock Orange, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Hydrangeaceae. It is native to the Chinese provinces of Sichuan and Yunnan. It is found in the temperate forests of the region, growing in rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Philadelphus delavayi is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for medicinal purposes.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Philadelphus delavayi var. melanocalyx Lemoine ex L.Henry
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Philadelphus delavayi is white with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Philadelphus delavayi is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-9. It can be propagated by softwood cuttings or by seed. Plant cuttings in well-draining soil, and keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Provide full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Philadelphus delavayi
Philadelphus delavayi can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Philadelphus delavayi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Philadelphus delavayi?
Philadelphus delavayi
What is the common name of Philadelphus delavayi?
Delavay's Philadelphus
What is the natural habitat of Philadelphus delavayi?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Philadelphus genus
Philadelphus tenuifolius,
Philadelphus myrtoides,
Philadelphus pubescens,
Philadelphus coronarius,
Philadelphus delavayi,
Philadelphus hirsutus,
Philadelphus inodorus,
Philadelphus lewisii,
Philadelphus maculatus,
Philadelphus mearnsii,
Philadelphus microphyllus,
Philadelphus serpyllifolius,
Philadelphus texensis,
Philadelphus tomentosus,
Philadelphus mexicanus,
Philadelphus schrenkii,
Philadelphus incanus,
Philadelphus pekinensis,
Philadelphus satsumi,
Philadelphus sericanthus,
Philadelphus brachybotrys,
Philadelphus tsianschanensis,
Philadelphus laxiflorus,
Philadelphus purpurascens,
Philadelphus kansuensis,
Philadelphus reevesianus,
Philadelphus dasycalyx,
Philadelphus kunmingensis,
Philadelphus lushuiensis,
Philadelphus tetragonus,
Philadelphus caudatus,
Philadelphus subcanus,
Philadelphus henryi,
Philadelphus zhejiangensis,
Philadelphus calvescens,
Philadelphus affinis,
Philadelphus karwinskyanus,
Philadelphus calcicola,
Philadelphus asperifolius,
Philadelphus coulteri,
Philadelphus pueblanus,
Philadelphus pringlei,
Philadelphus sargentianus,
Species in the Hydrangeaceae family
Carpenteria californica,
Deutzia albida,
Deutzia aspera,
Deutzia baroniana,
Deutzia bhutanensis,
Deutzia bomiensis,
Deutzia breviloba,
Deutzia bungoensis,
Deutzia calycosa,
Deutzia cinerascens,
Deutzia compacta,
Deutzia coriacea,
Deutzia corymbosa,
Deutzia crassidentatus,
Deutzia crassifolia,
Deutzia crenata,
Deutzia cymuligera,
Deutzia discolor,
Deutzia esquirolii,
Deutzia faberi,
Deutzia floribunda,
Deutzia glabrata,
Deutzia glauca,
Deutzia glaucophylla,
Deutzia glomeruliflora,
Deutzia gracilis,
Deutzia grandiflora,
Deutzia hatusimae,
Deutzia henryi,
Deutzia heterophylla,
Deutzia hookeriana,
Deutzia hypoglauca,
Deutzia longifolia,
Deutzia macrantha,
Deutzia maximowicziana,
Deutzia mexicana,
Deutzia mollis,
Deutzia monbeigii,
Deutzia muliensis,
Deutzia multiradiata,
Deutzia nanchuanensis,
Deutzia naseana,
Deutzia ningpoensis,
Deutzia oaxacana,
Deutzia obtusilobata,
Deutzia occidentalis,
Deutzia ogatai,
Deutzia paniculata,
Deutzia parviflora,
Deutzia pilosa,