Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Genus:
Species:
porphyronotum
ID:
551608

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Y.Cheng & C.S.Yang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 64: 586 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550940



Common Names

  • Asarum Porphyronotum
  • Porphyronotum Wild Ginger
  • Porphyronotum Asarum


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Synonyms

  • Asarum porphyronotum porphyronotum [unknown]

Description

Asarum porphyronotum (also called Purple-veined Wild Ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China and Japan. It has a creeping rhizome and heart-shaped leaves. It grows in shady, moist, and humus-rich forests.

Uses & Benefits

Asarum porphyronotum is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used as a ground cover or in hanging baskets. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Asarum porphyronotum var. atrovirens C.Y.Cheng & C.S.Yang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asarum porphyronotum is small and bell-shaped, with three purple petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and green, with two to three pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asarum porphyronotum can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, divide the clumps in early spring or late autumn. For seed, sow in spring in a cold frame. The seed usually germinates in 2-3 weeks at 15°C. When they are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts.

Where to Find Asarum porphyronotum

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

Asarum porphyronotum FAQ

What is the common name of Asarum porphyronotum?

Purple-veined Wild Ginger

What is the native range of Asarum porphyronotum?

China and Japan

What is the optimal soil type for Asarum porphyronotum?

Well-drained, moist, and acidic soil

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2654420: Based on the initial data import
Cheng Jingrong (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Cheng' in the authors string.
Chun Shu Yang (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.S.Yang' in the authors string.