Weigela hortensis (Caprifoliaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Weigela hortensis
Deciduous shrub
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The Weigela hortensis plant species is found in E. Asia - C. and N. Japan. It is a member of the Caprifoliaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Weigela hortensis
Family:  Caprifoliaceae
Author:  (Sieb.&Zucc.)K.Koch.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:     Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known

Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[105, 177]. A famine food, they are only used when all else fails. A tea is made from the leaves[177].

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