Disporum megalanthum is a deciduous rhizomatous perennial plant in the family Colchicaceae.[2]

Disporum megalanthum
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Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Order: Liliales
Family: Colchicaceae
Genus: Disporum
Species:
D. megalanthum
Binomial name
Disporum megalanthum
F.T.Wang & Tang[1]

Description

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  • Height: Reaches up to 60 cm at maturity.[2]
  • Leaves: Leaves are deciduous. When present, they are glossy, bright green, and alternately arranged.[2]
  • Stems: Arching stems.[2]
  • Flowers: Nodding, bell-shaped white to creamy white flowers are borne in spring and summer.[2]
  • Fruit: Fruits are present in autumn, and are blue-black in colour.[2]

Range and distribution

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Native to central China.[1][2]

Habitat and cultivation

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A woodland plant, D. megalanthum prefers a cool, partially shaded area with rich, neutral to acidic soil.[2]

Best propagated by seed or from cuttings. Protect young growth from terrestrial molluscs, such as slugs and snails.[2]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Disporum megalanthum F.T.Wang & Tang". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 16 Feb 2020.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i "Disporum megalanthum". RHS Gardening. Retrieved 16 Feb 2020.