Chinese Sweetspire
Itea chinensis Hook. & Arn.
Itea chinensis, commonly known as Chinese Sweetspire, is a species in the genus Itea of the family Iteaceae. It was first described in 1833 by Hook. & Arn. and is native to several regions in Asia, including China, Assam, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Tibet, and Vietnam.
Description
Itea chinensis is a shrub or small tree found in subtropical and tropical regions. Its natural range extends across South-Central and Southeast China, the East Himalaya, and parts of Southeast Asia. This species is part of the Iteaceae family, a group of flowering plants. The plant is known for its ornamental value and is sometimes cultivated for its aesthetic appeal. The species was formally published in 1833 and has since been recognized in botanical literature as a distinct taxon within the genus Itea.
Other common names
Chinese Sweetspire
Distribution
Global · Assam · China South-Central · China Southeast · East Himalaya · Laos · Myanmar · Thailand · Tibet · Vietnam
Synonyms
Polyosma chinensisItea chinensis f. angustata