Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana (Hamamelidaceae) Deciduous shrub

Browse Plants Articles

Power Search!

Browse Botanic Names

Sponsored By KhorWills

Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana
Deciduous shrub
(1 Page of 5)

The Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana plant species is found in E. Asia - W. Himalayas. It is a member of the Hamamelidaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as P. involucrata. Fothergilla involucrata. Parrotia jacquemontiana.

Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses

Latin Name:  Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana
Family:  Hamamelidaceae
Author:  (Decne.)Rehd.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  6   Mature Width:  4

Habitat:  Forest undergrowth, 1500 - 2100 metres[184]. Abundant on north-facing slopes, often forming pure stands[145].

Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in the autumn. It can take 18 months to germinate[200]. Sow stored seed as soon as it is recieved in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Cuttings of half-ripe wood, July/August in a frame[200]. Layering in April. Takes 12 months[78]. Very high percentage.

For further Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana gardening information
click on one of the blue links below

Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses

The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'.
View their bibliography
Useful Edible Plants Future