Indian Abelia

Abelia triflora

Indian Abelia - Main image

Basic Information

Family: Caprifoliaceae

Genus: abelia

Plant ID (slug): abelia-triflora

Numeric ID: 184

USDA Hardiness: 5-9

Ratings

Edible Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆
Medicinal Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆
Other Uses Rating: ★☆☆☆☆

Physical Characteristics

Abelia triflora is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3.5 m (11ft) by 3 m (9ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - N.W. Himalayas

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None Known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Abelia triflora Indian Abelia PFAF Plant Database

Meta Description: Abelia triflora is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3.5 m (11ft) by 3 m (9ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.