Family: Caprifoliaceae
Author: (Bunge) A.DC.
Bibliography: Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 2, 11: 241 (1839)
Year: 1839
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Weigela
Vegetable: False
Observations: S. Russian Far East to N. & E. China and Korea, Japan (Kyushu)
Description
Weigela florida, commonly known as Weigela, is a charming deciduous shrub that brings vibrant blooms and lush foliage to gardens and landscapes. This botanical wonder belongs to the Caprifoliaceae family and was first described in scientific literature in 1839, as noted in Annales des Sciences Naturelles, Botanique, 2nd series, volume 11.
Native to a wide range of regions including the southern Russian Far East, northern and eastern China, Korea, and Japan’s Kyushu area, Weigela showcases its adaptability and resilience. The plant’s ability to thrive across these varied environments highlights its robust nature and makes it a versatile choice for many gardeners.
Weigela florida is particularly prized for its abundant, tubular flowers which attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, adding a dynamic touch to any garden space. These blooms generally appear in a spectrum of colors including pink, red, and white, ensuring that there’s a Weigela variety to complement nearly any garden design.
In addition to its floral display, Weigela offers attractive foliage that can range from lush green to striking variegated patterns, providing an appealing backdrop even when the plant is not in bloom. The shrub’s foliage often turns to warm hues of yellow, orange, or even burgundy in the fall, adding another season of interest.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, Weigela is relatively easy to care for. It prefers well-drained soil and can thrive in full sun to partial shade, though maximum flowering is achieved in sunnier spots. Regular pruning after the flowering season can help maintain the shrub’s shape and encourage more prolific blooming in the following year.
Weigela’s versatility, beauty, and ease of maintenance make it a beloved choice for both novice and experienced gardeners looking to enhance their outdoor spaces with a touch of timeless elegance.
Common Names
Deu: liebliche weigelie, weigelie
Eng: oldfashioned weigela, weigelia
Ita: weigelia
Swe: rosenprakttry
Nno: roseklokkebusk, klokkebusk
Nob: roseklokkebusk, klokkebusk
Cym: weigela
En: Weigelia, Oldfashioned weigela
Zh: Jin dai hua
De: Liebliche Weigelie, Weigelie
It: Weigelia
Ja: Ō-beniutsugi
Nb: Roseklokkebusk, Klokkebusk
Nn: Roseklokkebusk, Klokkebusk
Sv: Rosenprakttry
Cy: Weigela
Synonyms
- Weigela florida f. alba ((Carrière) Rehder)
- Weigela pauciflora (A.DC.)
- Weigela rosea (Lindl.)
- Diervilla praecox (Lemoine)
- Weigela florida var. praecox ((Lemoine) Y.C.Chu)
- Weigela rosea stelzneri (Jacob-Makoy)
- Weigela purpurata (Verschaff.)
- Weigela florida var. venusta ((Rehder) Nakai)
- Diervilla florida var. pilosa (Nakai)
- Weigela florida f. albida (Nakai)
- Weigela florida f. candida ((Voss) Rehder)
- Weigela florida f. subtricolor (Nakai)
- Weigela amabilis var. alba ((Carrière) H.Jaeger)
- Diervilla florida var. variegata (Bean)
- Diervilla florida var. candida ((Voss) Rehder)
- Weigela florida f. variegata ((Bean) Rehder)
- Diervilla florida ((Bunge) Siebold & Zucc.)
- Diervilla rosea ((Lindl.) Walp.)
- Weigela alba (Carrière)
- Calysphyrum roseum ((Lindl.) C.A.Mey.)
- Weigela toensis (Nakai)
- Diervilla pauciflora ((A.DC.) Carrière)
- Weigela praecox var. pilosa ((Nakai) Nakai)
- Weigela rosea variegata (J.R.Duncan & V.C.Davies)
- Diervilla praecox var. tomentosa (Nakai)
- Weigela florida f. toensis ((Nakai) M.Kim)
- Weigela florida f. brevicalycina ((Nakai) Uyeki)
- Weigela stelzneri (Van Houtte)
- Weigela praecox ((Lemoine) L.H.Bailey)
- Diervilla venusta ((Rehder) Stapf)
- Diervilla brevicalycina (Nakai)
- Lonicera weigelia (E.H.L.Krause)
- Diervilla florida var. venusta (Rehder)
- Weigela florida f. albiflora (Y.C.Chu)
- Diervilla florida f. candida (Voss)
- Weigela florida f. leucantha (Nakai)
- Weigela florida var. pauciflora ((A.DC.) Nakai)
- Weigela florida var. alba ((Nakai) K.S.Hao)
- Weigela florida var. variegata ((Bean) L.H.Bailey)
- Diervilla florida f. alba (Nakai)
- Calysphyrum pauciflorum (Bunge)
- Weigela venusta ((Stapf) L.H.Bailey)
- Weigela isolinae (Van Houtte)
- Calysphyrum floridum (Bunge)
- Weigela praecox f. albiflora ((Y.C.Chu) C.F.Fang)
- Diervilla florida f. brevicalycina ((Nakai) Nakai)
- Weigela praecox var. tomentosa ((Nakai) Nakai)
- Weigela rosea alba ((Carrière) T.Moore)
- Weigela florida var. glabra (Nakai)
Distribution
- China North-Central (native)
- China Southeast (native)
- Inner Mongolia (native)
- Japan (native)
- Korea (native)
- Manchuria (native)
- Primorye (native)
- Bulgaria (introduced)
- Georgia (introduced)
- Masachusettes (introduced)
- Pennsylvania (introduced)
- Uzbekistan (introduced)
Additional Images
Flower
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Leaf
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Bark
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Habit
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Other
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Fruit
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2888730)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:150035-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Weigela florida (Bunge) A. DC.)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Shrub