description Neillia sinensis Overview
Neillia sinensis, known as Chinese neillia, is a deciduous shrub in the rose family and is native to central China. Its slender, arching branches carry narrow racemes of small pink flowers in late spring, giving the plant a light, arching silhouette during bloom. The species is relevant to botanical and horticultural descriptions of Asian shrubs because its spring flowers and arching growth are its most recognizable features.
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Where is Neillia sinensis native?
Neillia sinensis, also called Chinese neillia, is native to central China. It is a deciduous shrub in the rose family, Rosaceae.
When does Neillia sinensis flower?
It flowers in late spring. The small pink flowers appear in narrow racemes on slender, arching branches.
What does Neillia sinensis look like in bloom?
Its arching stems and narrow flower clusters create a light, airy silhouette. The flowers are pink rather than the white blooms seen on some related shrubs.
Is Neillia sinensis an evergreen shrub?
No. Neillia sinensis is deciduous, so it loses its leaves during the dormant season before producing new growth in spring.
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