Sorbaria kirilowii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Regel) Maxim.
Source:
rjp
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada 6: 225 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000984624
Common Names
- False Spiraea
- False Spirea
- Ural False Spirea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sorbaria kirilowii (also called Kirilow's False Spiraea, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub of the Rosaceae family. It has white flowers and red berries. It is native to Asia and prefers sunny, dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sorbaria kirilowii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a food plant, and as a source of honey. It can also be used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as a tonic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sorbaria kirilowii has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons and a few hairs on the stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sorbaria kirilowii is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept at a temperature of 15-20°C. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a pot of moist compost.
Where to Find Sorbaria kirilowii
Sorbaria kirilowii is native to eastern Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea. It can be found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams.
Species in the Sorbaria genus
Species in the Rosaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-1154: Based on the initial data import
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.