Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Genus:
Species:
minamitanianum
ID:
551583

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hatus.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
J. Geobot. 18: 38 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550915



Common Names

  • Asarum Minamitanianum
  • Minamitanian Wild Ginger
  • Minamitanian Asarum


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Synonyms

  • Heterotropa minamitaniana (Hatus.) F.Maek. ex Y.Maekawa [unknown]

Description

Asarum minamitanianum (also called Minami's Wild Ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the forests of Japan. It has heart-shaped leaves and small, purplish-brown flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Asarum minamitanianum 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 minamitanianum has small, bell-shaped flowers that are usually white with black 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 minamitanianum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan. 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 minamitanianum

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

Asarum minamitanianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asarum minamitanianum?

Asarum minamitanianum

What is the common name of Asarum minamitanianum?

Minamitanian Wild Ginger

Where is Asarum minamitanianum native to?

Japan

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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