Philadelphus dasycalyx
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NamePhiladelphus dasycalyx
Scientific NamePhiladelphus dasycalyx (Rehder) S.Y.Hu
Common NamesPeking Mock Orange, Mock Orange
Plant FamilyHydrangeaceae
Natural HabitatNative to rocky slopes, thickets, and open woodlands in northern China, Mongolia, and Korea. Often found in mountainous regions.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesPhiladelphus dasycalyx is primarily cultivated as an ornamental shrub for its fragrant flowers. There are no widely documented traditional medicinal uses specifically attributed to this species or its varieties in established herbal traditions.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo known contraindications as it is not typically used medicinally.
Cultivation NotesPrefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is a hardy shrub, tolerant of various soil types, and can be pruned after flowering to maintain shape and promote vigorous growth.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A deciduous shrub, typically growing 1-3 meters tall, characterized by ovate to lanceolate leaves and clusters of fragrant, creamy white to yellowish flowers. The specimen shows dried branches with leaves and spent flower structures.
