Abeliophyllum distichum
| Name of plant: |
Abeliophyllum distichum |
| Family: |
Oleaceae |
| Common names: |
White forsythia |
| Area of garden where plant is found: |
Double Walled Garden |
| Description: |
Masses of small, fragrant, star-shaped, occasionally pink-tinged white flowers in February and March followed by matt, dark green leaves. This delightful, multi-stemmed, deciduous shrub is perfect for a sunny mixed border. |
| Distribution: |
Throughout Korea |
| Derivation of name: |
Unknown |
History of plant: The seeds were first found in 1919 in Korea and were sent to Britain for cultivation. By 1937 it was widely available. The plant surpisingly is still not seen in modern gardens very often.
Decorative and economic uses (if any): Early flowering.
Growing instructions: Abeliophyllum is easy to grow. Grow in medium wet, well drained soils in full sun.
References and sources of further information: It is endangered in Korea and is found only on 7 sites.
http://www.kew.org/conservation/cpdu/ssp.html
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