Forsythia suspensa Lian Qiao (Oleaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Forsythia suspensa
Lian Qiao
Deciduous shrub
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The Forsythia suspensa plant species is found in E. Asia - E. China. It is a member of the Oleaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Lian Qiao. Some home gardeners know the variety as Syringa suspensa.

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Latin Name:  Forsythia suspensa
Common Name:  Lian Qiao
Family:  Oleaceae
Author:  (Thunb.)Vahl.

Known Hazards:  Leaves contain the glycoside Phillyrin[179], its potency is unknown.

Mature Height:  5   Mature Width:  5

Habitat:  Thickets, moors and cliffs, 300 - 1200 metres[109].

Cultivation Notes: An easily grown plant, it succeeds in all soil types[202] but prefers a rich soil. Succeeds in limey soils. Grows well in heavy clay soils. It prefers a sunny position but succeeds in semi shade though it is apt to get leggy if grown in the shade of trees[182]. Succeeds against a north-facing wall[219]. Plants are hardy to about -25°c[184]. The flowers are produced quite early in the year and are frost-resistant[182]. Plants are medium to fast growing[202]. Flowers are produced on wood that is more than one year old[202]. Any pruning is best done after the plant has finished flowering[182]. A very ornamental plant, there are several named varieties[182]. This species is notably susceptible to honey fungus[200].

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