Euonymus macropterus
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Basic Information
Family: Celastraceae
Genus: euonymus
Plant ID (slug): euonymus-macropterus
Numeric ID: 24860
USDA Hardiness: 4-8
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Physical Characteristics
Euonymus macropterus is a deciduous Shrub growing to 4 m (13ft 1in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - Japan, Korea, Manchuria.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves - boiled[105, 177]. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on possible toxicity.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
Although no records of toxicity have been seen for this species, a number of plants in this genus are suspected of being poisonous and so some caution is advised.
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Euonymus macropterus