Disporum megalanthum
Disporum megalanthum is a deciduous rhizomatous perennial plant in the family Colchicaceae.[2]
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Order: | Liliales |
| Family: | Colchicaceae |
| Genus: | Disporum |
| Species: | D. megalanthum |
| Binomial name | |
| Disporum megalanthum F.T.Wang & Tang[1] | |
Description
- Height: Reaches up to 60 cm at maturity.[2]
- Leaves: Leaves are deciduous. When present, they are glossy, bright green, and alternately arranged.[2]
- Stems: Arching stems.[2]
- Flowers: Nodding, bell-shaped white to creamy white flowers are borne in spring and summer.[2]
- Fruit: Fruits are present in autumn, and are blue-black in colour.[2]
Habitat and cultivation
A woodland plant, D. megalanthum prefers a cool, partially shaded area with rich, neutral to acidic soil.[2]
Best propagated by seed or from cuttings. Protect young growth from terrestrial molluscs, such as slugs and snails.[2]
References
- Plants of the World Online. (2020). Disporum megalanthum F.T.Wang & Tang | Plants of the World Online | Kew Science. [online] Available at: http://www.plantsoftheworldonline.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:534061-1 [Accessed 16 Feb. 2020].
- Rhs.org.uk. (2020). Disporum megalanthum | RHS Gardening. [online] Available at: https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/138265/Disporum-megalanthum/Details [Accessed 16 Feb. 2020].
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