Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Glossy Abelia |
| Scientific Name | Abelia x grandiflora |
| MainColor | Pink |
| PlantType |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | August (Jun - Oct) |
| ImageUrl | Abelia-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Abbots Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 15 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | B |
Flower Details
Description
Glossy Abelia is a deciduous to semi-evergreen shrub known for its arching branches and clusters of small, fragrant, tubular flowers that are white to pink in colour. The leaves are ovate, glossy, and dark green, often turning purplish in autumn.
Distribution
Native to Asia, particularly China, Glossy Abelia is widely cultivated in temperate regions around the world as an ornamental plant.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not known to be consumed by humans.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - no known harmful effects on pets.
Active Compounds
None known.