Weigela coraeensis

Weigela coraeensis (Japanese: 箱根空木) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caprifoliaceae. It is native to Japan.[2][3][1]

Weigela coraeensis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Dipsacales
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Genus: Weigela
Species:
W. coraeensis
Binomial name
Weigela coraeensis

Distribution

This species is native to Honshu. However, it has been naturalised to other regions and can now be seen growing near seashores throughout Japan.[4][5]

Description

This deciduous shrub has dark-green leaves. Its funnel-shaped flowers go from white in late spring to pink in early summer. They are pollinated by bees.[2][6][5]

Their toothed leaves are ovular shaped, shiny, sharp-pointed, and bristly stalked. They can grow to become up to 10cm long.[6]

They can grow to reach between 2.5 - 4m and can spread up to 3m.[3]

Cultivation

This plant can be propagated with both hardwood and softwood cuttings. In addition, they prefer to occur under direct sunlight, although they can tolerate partial shade. They are suited for fertile, well-drained soil. Their rate of growth is quite fast and is tolerant to pollution and pruning.[2][3][6] It is also a hardy plant. It can possibly tolerate low temperatures down to -20°C. It can also be exposed to coastal environments.[3][6][4] It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.[7]

Pests

This species is susceptible to eelworms and honey fungus.[2][6]

References
  1. Hassler (2020). "Catalogue of Life : Weigela coraeensis Thunb". Catalogue of Life. Retrieved 5 October 2020.
  2. Shoot. "Weigela coraeensis Japanese grandiflora Korean Care Plant Varieties & Pruning Advice". www.shootgardening.co.uk. Retrieved 2020-10-05.
  3. "Weigela coraeensis". Bluebell Arboretum & Nursery. Retrieved 2020-10-05.
  4. "Weigela coraeensis PFAF Plant Database". pfaf.org. Retrieved 2020-10-05.
  5. "Weigela coraeensis - Trees and Shrubs Online". treesandshrubsonline.org. Retrieved 2020-10-05.
  6. "Weigela Coraeensis from Burncoose Nurseries". www.burncoose.co.uk. Retrieved 2020-10-05.
  7. "AGM Plants March 2020 © RHS – ORNAMENTAL" (PDF). The Royal Horticultural Society. Retrieved 7 October 2020.


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