Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
forrestii
ID:
809575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 5: 296 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808909

Common Names

  • Forrestii Caryopteris
  • Caryopteris Forrestii
  • Caryopteris forrestii

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Description

Caryopteris forrestii (also called Forrest's Bluebeard, among many other common names) is a shrub with blue flowers. It is native to China and is found in dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Caryopteris forrestii is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a hedge or border in gardens. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, flu, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Caryopteris forrestii are small, blue, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caryopteris forrestii can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Caryopteris forrestii

Caryopteris forrestii can be found in China.

Caryopteris forrestii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caryopteris forrestii?

Caryopteris forrestii

What type of plant is Caryopteris forrestii?

Shrub

Where is Caryopteris forrestii native to?

China

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-34714: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.