Spiraea thunbergii
Thunberg Spiraea, Thunberg's Meadowsweet
Other regional names: Thunberg's Spiraea
- Thunberg's Spiraea
Also known as: Awayus japonicus (Raf.) Raf. ex B.D.Jacks. +1 more
- Awayus japonicus (Raf.) Raf. ex B.D.Jacks.
- Spiraea thompsoni Hort.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Rosaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub.
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Spiraea thunbergii (commonly known as Thunberg Spiraea or Thunberg's Meadowsweet) is a shrub belonging to the Rosaceae family. Originating in Temperate Asia, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Eastern Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Japan, Korea
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Alabama, Arkansas, Bulgaria, Connecticut, Georgia, Germany, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, Ontario, Pennsylvania