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Japanese spindle tree

Euonymus japonicus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Celastrales ›Family: Celastraceae ›Genus: Euonymus

About

Euonymus japonicus (evergreen spindle or Japanese spindle) is a species of flowering plant in the family Celastraceae, native to Japan, Korea and China. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 2–8 m (6 ft 7 in–26 ft 3 in) tall, with opposite, oval leaves 3–7 cm long with finely serrated margins. The flowers are inconspicuous, greenish-white, 5 mm diameter. In autumn, orange fruit hangs below the flaring pink seed coverings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanese spindle tree?
The scientific name of Japanese spindle tree is Euonymus japonicus.
What is the conservation status of Japanese spindle tree?
The Japanese spindle tree has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
What kingdom does Japanese spindle tree belong to?
Japanese spindle tree belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Japanese spindle tree belong to?
Japanese spindle tree belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Japanese spindle tree belong to?
Japanese spindle tree belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Japanese spindle tree belong to?
Japanese spindle tree belongs to the order Celastrales.
What family does Japanese spindle tree belong to?
Japanese spindle tree belongs to the family Celastraceae.
What genus does Japanese spindle tree belong to?
Japanese spindle tree belongs to the genus Euonymus.