How to identify Asian meadowsweet (Spiraea trilobata)
Asian meadowsweet is a deciduous shrub known for its stout, vertical growth, typically reaching 3-4 feet (90-120 cm) in height and slightly more in width. It showcases a profusion of small, white flowers gathered in dense clusters during the spring. These blooms are a magnet for butterflies. Post bloom, the shrub maintains visual interest with its distinctive three-lobed, blue-green leaves that have a coarse, toothed edge. The bush maintains a neat, compact shape with branches that spread out gracefully.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Shrub
Leaf Type: Deciduous
Stout, vertical growth reaching 3-4 feet (90-120 cm) in height.
Distinct three-lobed, blue-green leaves with a coarse, toothed edge.
Small, delicate white flowers in dense symmetrical clusters, 0.7 to 1.5 inches (1.8 to 3.8 cm) in diameter.
Leaves glaucous bluish-green, ovate with three lobes, 1/2 to 1 inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm) long.
Branches spread out gracefully, maintaining a neat, compact shape post-bloom.
The leaves of asian meadowsweet are glaucous bluish-green, ranging from 1/2 to 1 inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm) in length. They are typically ovate with distinct lobes, three in number, contributing to the species' name. The surface has a smooth texture, with a finely serrated margin enhancing their delicate appearance. The leaves display a pinnate vein pattern, supporting their structure and contributing to their aesthetic appeal. Overall, the unique coloration and shape of the leaves are key features for identifying this species.
The flowers of asian meadowsweet are small, delicate, and white, formed in dense clusters called umbels. Each umbel is about 0.7 to 1.5 inches (1.8 to 3.8 cm) in diameter and blooms in May. The petals are arranged in a symmetrical fashion, creating a uniform and attractive look. The flowers are not particularly fragrant but are notable for their elegant simplicity and the striking contrast they provide against the green foliage. The blooming period is relatively short, primarily in the late spring.
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Scientific Classification of Asian meadowsweet
