Loropetalum chinense
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Loropetalum chinense is commonly known as loropetalum,[1] Chinese fringe flower and strap flower.[2] Two forms of L. chinense exist; a white- (to pale-yellow-) flowering green-leafed variety and a pink-flowering variety with leaves varying from bronze-red when new to olive-green or burgundy when mature, depending on selection and growing conditions.
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Loropetalum chinense | |
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Loropetalum chinense var. rubrum | |
Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Eudicots |
Order: | Saxifragales |
Family: | Hamamelidaceae |
Genus: | Loropetalum |
Species: | L. chinense |
Binomial name | |
Loropetalum chinense | |
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They are evergreen with branches forming horizontal layers.[1] The leaves are alternately arranged, ovate 2.5 to 5 cm (1 to 2 in) long by 2.5 cm (1 in) wide,[1] and have a slightly abrasive feel.