Deutzia pilosa
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NameDeutzia pilosa
Scientific NameDeutzia pilosa Rehder
Common NamesHairy Deutzia
Plant FamilyHydrangeaceae
Natural HabitatNative to central and western China, including provinces like Sichuan, Hubei, Shaanxi, and Gansu. It typically grows in thickets, on mountain slopes, or along stream banks at elevations ranging from 1000 to 3000 meters.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesSpecific traditional medicinal uses for Deutzia pilosa are not widely documented in ethnobotanical literature. The genus Deutzia is primarily known for its ornamental value.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are widely documented due to the lack of recognized medicinal uses for this species.
Cultivation NotesThis hardy shrub prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is relatively adaptable to various soil types and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers.
Raritycommon
Description
Deutzia pilosa is a deciduous shrub characterized by its opposite, ovate to lanceolate leaves, which are typically hairy (pilose), especially on the underside. It produces small, star-shaped white to pale pink flowers in clusters, followed by small, dry, capsular fruits.
