Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
plumosa
ID:
771263

Status:
valid

Authors:
Quisumb. & Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 37: 196 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770596

Common Names

  • Callicarpa plumosa
  • Plumosa Callicarpa
  • Callicarpa Plumosa

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Description

Callicarpa platyphylla (also called Broad-Leaved Callicarpa, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to China. It has large, oval leaves and small, purple flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Callicarpa plumosa is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in cut flower arrangements and bouquets. The plant is known for its colorful berries and its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callicarpa plumosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callicarpa plumosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Callicarpa plumosa

Callicarpa plumosa can be found in the Chinese provinces of Guangdong and Hainan.

Callicarpa plumosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callicarpa plumosa?

Callicarpa plumosa

What is the growth rate of Callicarpa plumosa?

Callicarpa plumosa has a slow to medium growth rate.

What is the ideal water temperature for Callicarpa plumosa?

Callicarpa plumosa prefers a water temperature between 72-82°F (22-28°C).

Species in the Callicarpa genus

Callicarpa aculeolata, Callicarpa acuminata, Callicarpa acutidens, Callicarpa acutifolia, Callicarpa albidotomentella, Callicarpa alongensis, Callicarpa americana, Callicarpa ampla, Callicarpa angusta, Callicarpa angustifolia, Callicarpa anisophylla, Callicarpa anomala, Callicarpa apoensis, Callicarpa arborea, Callicarpa areolata, Callicarpa badipilosa, Callicarpa barbata, Callicarpa basilanensis, Callicarpa basitruncata, Callicarpa baviensis, Callicarpa bicolor, Callicarpa bodinieri, Callicarpa bodinieroides, Callicarpa borneensis, Callicarpa bracteata, Callicarpa brevipes, Callicarpa brevipetiolata, Callicarpa brevistyla, Callicarpa bucheri, Callicarpa candicans, Callicarpa cathayana, Callicarpa caudata, Callicarpa cinnamomea, Callicarpa collina, Callicarpa crassinervis, Callicarpa cubensis, Callicarpa cuneifolia, Callicarpa denticulata, Callicarpa dentosa, Callicarpa dichotoma, Callicarpa dolichophylla, Callicarpa erioclona, Callicarpa erythrosticta, Callicarpa fasciculiflora, Callicarpa ferruginea, Callicarpa flavida, Callicarpa floccosa, Callicarpa formosana, Callicarpa fulva, Callicarpa fulvohirsuta,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-30931: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Eduardo Quisumbing (1895-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quisumb.' in the authors string.