Deutzia rehderiana
Image: Meise Botanic Garden (cc-by)
NameDeutzia rehderiana
Scientific NameDeutzia rehderiana C.K.Schneid.
Common NamesRehder's Deutzia, Deutzia
Plant FamilyHydrangeaceae
Natural HabitatNative to mountainous regions of Yunnan and Sichuan, China, found on slopes and along stream margins at elevations around 2100 meters.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesDeutzia rehderiana is primarily known as an ornamental plant. Specific traditional medicinal uses for this species are not well-documented in ethnobotanical literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNot well-documented due to a lack of known medicinal uses.
Cultivation NotesThis hardy shrub prefers well-drained soil and a sunny to partially shaded location. It thrives in temperate mountainous climates, tolerating elevations around 2100 meters, and benefits from consistent moisture, especially along stream margins.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A deciduous shrub typically growing up to 2 meters tall, characterized by opposite, simple leaves and terminal clusters of small, dried fruit capsules as seen in the specimen. Its stems are often reddish-brown.
