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