Deutzia scabra is a species of flowering plant in the hydrangea family (Hydrangeaceae) native to Japan and introduced to mainland east Asia, Europe, and North America.

[1][2] In its native Japan, it is found from the Kantō region, westward to the islands of Kyushu and Shikoku.

[4] It is tolerant of disturbance and can be found growing out of stone walls, along roadsides, and in other waste areas.

[5][1] Deutzia scabra is a deciduous shrub growing 1–2 meters in height.

[4] The cultivar 'Candidissima' bears double flowers, and is taller than the species at up to 4 m (13 ft).