Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
litoralis
ID:
357285

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vorosch. & Gorovoj) Pimenov

Source:
ksu

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 71: 948 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356617



Common Names

  • Kitagawia litoralis
  • Litoralis Kitagawia
  • Coastal Kitagawia


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Synonyms

  • Peucedanum litorale Vorosch. & Gorovoj [unknown]

Description

Kitagawia litoralis (also called Seashore Kitagawia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb species of the genus Kitagawia. It is native to Japan, where it is found in coastal habitats. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Kitagawia litoralis 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 litoralis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kitagawia litoralis is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Kitagawia litoralis

Kitagawia litoralis is found in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

Kitagawia litoralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kitagawia litoralis?

Kitagawia litoralis

What is the common name of Kitagawia litoralis?

Coastal Kitagawia

What is the natural habitat of Kitagawia litoralis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,

References

Vladimir Voroschilov (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vorosch.' in the authors string.
Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.
Petr Grigorievich Gorovoj (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gorovoj' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:942885-1: Based on the initial data import