Philadelphus calcicola
NamePhiladelphus calcicola
Scientific NamePhiladelphus calcicola
Common NamesLimestone Mock Orange
Plant FamilyHydrangeaceae
Natural HabitatNative to limestone outcrops, rocky slopes, and canyons in arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States (e.g., Arizona, New Mexico, Texas) and northern Mexico, thriving in well-drained, often calcareous soils.
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Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo significant traditional medicinal uses are well-documented for Philadelphus calcicola. It is primarily valued and cultivated as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and fragrance.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are known due to its lack of documented medicinal use. As with any plant, ingestion of unknown quantities or parts not intended for consumption is generally not recommended.
Cultivation NotesThis shrub prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and hardy in USDA zones 5-9, making it suitable for xeriscaping in appropriate climates.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Philadelphus calcicola is a deciduous shrub characterized by its slender branches and ovate to lanceolate leaves. It produces fragrant, cup-shaped white flowers with prominent yellow stamens, typically blooming in late spring to early summer.
