Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
553524

Status:
valid

Authors:
Knoll

Source:
cmp

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 7: 131 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552856

Common Names

  • Microphylla Astilbe
  • Small-leaf Astilbe
  • Small-leaf False Spirea

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Synonyms

  • Astilbe chinensis japonica Maxim. [unknown]
  • Astilbe microphylla macrophylla H.Hara [unknown]
  • Astilbe thunbergii obtusata Franch. [unknown]

Description

Astilbe microphylla (also called Small-leaved Astilbe, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to East Asia. It has lance-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows best in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astilbe microphylla is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Astilbe microphylla has small, white flowers that bloom in late spring. Seeds: The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, outer coating. Seedlings: The seedlings have small, dark green leaves and a short, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astilbe microphylla is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, humus-rich soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astilbe microphylla

Astilbe microphylla can be found in moist woodlands and streambanks in Japan, Korea, and eastern China.

Astilbe microphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astilbe microphylla?

Astilbe microphylla

What is the common name of Astilbe microphylla?

Small-leaved astilbe

What is the habitat of Astilbe microphylla?

It is found in moist, shady areas, such as wet forests, swamps, and marshes

Species in the Saxifragaceae family

Astilbe amabilis, Astilbe apoensis, Astilbe biternata, Astilbe crenatiloba, Astilbe formosa, Astilbe glaberrima, Astilbe grandis, Astilbe hachijoensis, Astilbe japonica, Astilbe khasiana, Astilbe longicarpa, Astilbe longipilosa, Astilbe macrocarpa, Astilbe macroflora, Astilbe microphylla, Astilbe okuyamae, Astilbe papuana, Astilbe philippinensis, Astilbe photeinophylla, Astilbe platyphylla, Astilbe rivularis, Astilbe rubra, Astilbe shikokiana, Astilbe simplicifolia, Astilbe thunbergii, Astilbe tsushimensis, Astilbe longipedicellata, Astilboides tabularis, Bensoniella oregona, Bergenia ciliata, Bergenia crassifolia, Bergenia emeiensis, Bergenia hissarica, Bergenia pacumbis, Bergenia purpurascens, Bergenia scopulosa, Bergenia stracheyi, Bergenia tianquanensis, Bergenia ugamica, Bolandra californica, Bolandra oregana, Boykinia aconitifolia, Boykinia intermedia, Boykinia lycoctonifolia, Boykinia major, Boykinia occidentalis, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia rotundifolia, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia cincinnata,

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