Japanese Clethra (Clethra barbinervis)
Clethra barbinervis, commonly known as Japanese Clethra, is a deciduous shrub or small tree featuring fragrant white flower spikes in late summer and attractive exfoliating bark.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter.
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil.
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-6 m
Spread
2-4 m
Growth Rate
Medium
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderEricales
- familyClethraceae
- genusClethra
- speciesClethra barbinervis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No