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Fringe Flower

Shrub Icon Cultivated Flower    
Image of Fringe Flower
Loropetalum Chinense
Order: Saxafragales Family: Hamamelidaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Fringe Flower
MainColor Pink
PlantType Shrub Icon Shrub
Growth Type Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season March
ImageUrl Loropetalum-001
Photographer Kate
Location Lisbon
Human Toxicity Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

Chinese Fringe Flower is an evergreen shrub known for its vibrant, strap-like flowers that can be white, pink, or red. The plant has oval leaves that are often dark green or burgundy, providing a striking contrast to the flowers. It typically grows in a rounded form and can reach up to 3 metres in height.

Distribution

Native to China, Japan, and Southeast Asia, Loropetalum chinense is often found in subtropical and temperate regions. It is commonly cultivated in gardens around the world for its ornamental value.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - not considered suitable for human consumption.

Human Toxicity

Non Toxic - no adverse effects reported from handling or accidental ingestion.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - safe for cats, dogs, and other common household pets.

Active Compounds

None known.

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