Wikstroemia sikokiana
Basic Information
Family: Thymelaeaceae
Genus: wikstroemia
Plant ID (slug): wikstroemia-sikokiana
Numeric ID: 22380
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Wikstroemia sikokiana is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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 moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - central and southern Japan.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Wikstroemia sikokiana