Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Genus:
Species:
maximum
ID:
551578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 7: 422 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550910



Common Names

  • Asarum Maximum
  • Large Wild Ginger
  • Maximun Asarum


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Synonyms

  • Heterotropa maxima (Hemsl.) F.Maek. [unknown]

Description

Asarum maximum (also called Large Wild Ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the forests of the western United States and Canada. It has heart-shaped leaves and large, purplish-brown flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Asarum maximum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is often grown for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asarum maximum has small, bell-shaped flowers that are usually white with orange spots in color. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asarum maximum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Asarum maximum

Asarum maximum is native to Japan. It can be found in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Asarum maximum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asarum maximum?

Asarum maximum

What is the common name of Asarum maximum?

Large Wild Ginger

Where is Asarum maximum native to?

China

Species in the Asarum genus

Asarum costatum, Asarum dilatatum, Asarum kinoshitae, Asarum majale, Asarum maruyamae, Asarum megacalyx, Asarum mikuniense, Asarum tohokuense, Asarum arifolium, Asarum asaroides, Asarum asperum, Asarum balansae, Asarum bashanense, Asarum blumei, Asarum campaniflorum, Asarum canadense, Asarum cardiophyllum, Asarum caucasicum, Asarum caudatum, Asarum caudigerellum, Asarum caudigerum, Asarum caulescens, Asarum celsum, Asarum chengkouense, Asarum chinense, Asarum contractum, Asarum cordifolium, Asarum costatum, Asarum crassisepalum, Asarum crassum, Asarum crispulatum, Asarum curvistigma, Asarum debile, Asarum delavayi, Asarum dilatatum, Asarum dissitum, Asarum epigynum, Asarum europaeum, Asarum fauriei, Asarum forbesii, Asarum fudsinoi, Asarum fukienense, Asarum gelasinum, Asarum geophilum, Asarum glabrum, Asarum gusk, Asarum hartwegii, Asarum hatsushimae, Asarum heterophyllum, Asarum heterotropoides,

Species in the Aristolochiaceae family

Aristolochia hansenii, Aristolochia kongkandae, Aristolochia manantlanensis, Aristolochia meridionalis, Aristolochia perangustifolia, Aristolochia poomae, Aristolochia yalaensis, Aristolochia emiliae, Aristolochia acontophylla, Aristolochia acuminata, Aristolochia acutifolia, Aristolochia albertiana, Aristolochia albida, Aristolochia amara, Aristolochia andina, Aristolochia anguicida, Aristolochia angustifolia, Aristolochia apoloensis, Aristolochia arborea, Aristolochia arborescens, Aristolochia arcuata, Aristolochia arenicola, Aristolochia argentina, Aristolochia asclepiadifolia, Aristolochia asperifolia, Aristolochia atropurpurea, Aristolochia auricularia, Aristolochia austrochinensis, Aristolochia austroszechuanica, Aristolochia austroyunnanensis, Aristolochia baenzigeri, Aristolochia baetica, Aristolochia bahiensis, Aristolochia balansae, Aristolochia bambusifolia, Aristolochia baracoensis, Aristolochia barbourii, Aristolochia baseri, Aristolochia batucensis, Aristolochia bianorii, Aristolochia bicolor, Aristolochia bilabiata, Aristolochia billardierei, Aristolochia bilobata, Aristolochia birostris, Aristolochia boliviensis, Aristolochia boosii, Aristolochia bottae, Aristolochia bracteolata, Aristolochia bracteosa,

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