Wisteria Floribunda Violacea Plena

Description

Wisteria Floribunda Violacea Plena, commonly known as Japanese Wisteria or Black Dragon, is a deciduous climbing plant that belongs to the pea family Fabaceae. It is native to Japan and Korea but is now grown worldwide for its beautiful purple flowers and ornamental value. The plant can grow up to 10-20 meters in length and 30 cm in stem diameter, and can live for more than 100 years when well cared for.

Taxonomic Information

Appearance

The plant produces beautiful, fragrant, and long clusters of purple flowers in late spring and early summer. The flowers can grow up to 30 cm in length and have a sweet scent that attracts bees and butterflies. The leaves are green, pinnate, and can grow up to 30 cm in length. The bark is gray, rough, and can become twisted and gnarled with age. The plant has a woody and climbing stem that can wrap around objects to support itself.

Care Guide

Wisteria Floribunda Violacea Plena requires well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. It needs to be watered frequently but not overwatered, as this can cause root rot. The plant needs full sun to bloom, but it can tolerate partial shade. It can grow in hardiness zones 5-9. The plant needs to be fertilized once a year in the spring with a slow-release fertilizer. Pruning is essential to control its growth and shape, and it should be done in the late winter or early spring before the new growth starts.

Common Pests & Diseases

The plant can be affected by pests such as aphids, whiteflies, spider mites, and Japanese beetles. It can also be susceptible to diseases such as powdery mildew, root rot, and leaf spot. Proper care and maintenance can help prevent these issues.

Habitat

Wisteria Floribunda Violacea Plena is native to Japan and Korea, where it grows in forests, along rivers, and in mountainous areas. It is now grown worldwide in gardens and parks for its ornamental value and beautiful flowers.

Question and Answer

Q1: How often should I water Wisteria Floribunda Violacea Plena?
A1: The plant needs to be watered frequently but not overwatered. Check the soil moisture level before watering it.

Q2: When is the best time to prune Wisteria Floribunda Violacea Plena?
A2: Pruning should be done in the late winter or early spring before the new growth starts.

Q3: What type of fertilizer should I use for Wisteria Floribunda Violacea Plena?
A3: Use a slow-release fertilizer once a year in the spring.

Q4: What hardiness zones does Wisteria Floribunda Violacea Plena grow in?
A4: The plant can grow in hardiness zones 5-9.

Related Plants

• Wisteria Sinensis
• Wisteria Frutescens
• Wisteria Brachybotrys
• Wisteria Macrostachya

References

• “Wisteria Floribunda ‘Violacea Plena’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b606.
• “Wisteria Floribunda ‘Violacea Plena’.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/11150/Wisteria-floribunda-Violacea-Plena-(Pbr)/Details.
• “Wisteria Floribunda ‘Violacea Plena’.” Plant Lust, plantlust.com/plants/11395/wisteria-floribunda-violacea-plena-pbr/.