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Description
Rhodoleia Championii is a species of flowering plant in the family Hamamelidaceae. It is native to China and can be found growing in mountainous regions. The plant has a slow growth rate and can reach a height of up to 10 meters.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Hamamelidaceae |
| Genus | Rhodoleia |
Appearance
Rhodoleia Championii has oval-shaped leaves that are dark green and glossy on top, and lighter green and slightly hairy underneath. The leaves are approximately 5-15 cm long and 2-6 cm wide. The plant produces small, yellow-green flowers in the spring, which are followed by small, red fruits in the summer.
Care Guide
Rhodoleia Championii prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade. It is important to keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Rhodoleia Championii is hardy in USDA zones 7-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Rhodoleia Championii is susceptible to scale insects and spider mites. To prevent these pests, keep the plant clean and well-maintained. Rhodoleia Championii is also susceptible to leaf spot and root rot, which can be prevented by avoiding overwatering and providing good drainage.
Habitat
Rhodoleia Championii is native to China and can be found growing in mountainous regions at elevations of 1,500-2,500 meters. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Rhodoleia Championii a fast-growing plant?
A: No, Rhodoleia Championii has a slow growth rate.
Q: What are the flowers of Rhodoleia Championii like?
A: Rhodoleia Championii produces small, yellow-green flowers in the spring.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Rhodoleia Championii?
A: Rhodoleia Championii is hardy in USDA zones 7-9.
Q: What is the best time to fertilize Rhodoleia Championii?
A: Fertilize Rhodoleia Championii in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Related Plants
- Rhodoleia henryi
- Rhodoleia championii var. sinica
- Rhodoleia odorata
References
- “Rhodoleia Championii.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed October 20, 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c619.
- “Rhodoleia Championii.” Plant Lust. Accessed October 20, 2021. https://www.plantlust.com/plant-finder/Rhodoleia-championii/.
- “Rhodoleia Championii.” Royal Horticultural Society. Accessed October 20, 2021. https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/11728/Rhodoleia-championii/Details.
