Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kom.) Pimenov
Source:
ksu
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 71: 948 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356611
Common Names
- Kitagawia eryngiifolia
- Eryngiifolia Kitagawia
- Eryngo-Leaved Kitagawia
Synonyms
- Peucedanum eryngiifolium Komarov [unknown]
Description
Kitagawia eryngiifolia (also called Kitagawia eryngiifolium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist, wet soils and is often found in marshes, swamps, and other wetland habitats. It has long, narrow leaves that are up to 1.5 m long and 5 cm wide.
Uses & Benefits
Kitagawia eryngiifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in wetland restoration projects and as a soil stabilizer in areas prone to erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kitagawia eryngiifolia has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kitagawia eryngiifolia is a perennial herb native to Japan and China. It grows up to 1 m tall and has long, narrow leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps or by seed.
Where to Find Kitagawia eryngiifolia
Kitagawia eryngiifolia is found in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
Kitagawia eryngiifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kitagawia eryngiifolia?
Kitagawia eryngiifolia
What is the common name of Kitagawia eryngiifolia?
Eryngium-leaved Kitagawia
What is the natural habitat of Kitagawia eryngiifolia?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Kitagawia genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,