Kingdom Plantae Family Hydrangeaceae Scientific name Deutzia gracilis Rank Species | Order Cornales Genus Deutzia Higher classification Deutzia | |
Similar Deutzia, Fuzzy deutzia, Bridal wreath, Hydrangeaceae, Philadelphus coronarius |
Deutzia gracilis (slender deutzia) is a plant in the hydrangea family, Hydrangeaceae.
Description
Deutzia gracilis is a shrub with opposite, simple leaves, and slender, arching stems. The flowers are white, borne in spring and summer. Commonly known as a slender deutzial, it is native to Japan and blooms in April to May. This particular plant is also named after its discoverer and frequently called Deutzia Scholtanius
References
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