Hosta capitata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitata
ID:
663450
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Koidz.) Nakai
Source:
wcs
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 44: 514 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000662782
Common Names
- Capitate Hosta
- Capitate Plantain-Lily
- Capitate Funkia
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- Hosta nakaiana F.Maek. [unknown]
- Hosta caerulea capitata Koidz. [unknown]
Description
Hosta capitata (also called Capitata Hosta, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Japan. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady soils. It is found in woodlands and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Hosta capitata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used for ground cover and as a border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hosta capitata has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
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Hosta capitata is a perennial plant that prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring and the divisions should be taken in summer.
Where to Find Hosta capitata
Hosta capitata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Hosta capitata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hosta capitata?
Hosta capitata
What type of plant is Hosta capitata?
It is a perennial flowering plant.
What is the natural habitat of Hosta capitata?
It is native to China, Japan, and Korea.
Species in the Hosta genus
Hosta albofarinosa, Hosta alismifolia, Hosta capitata, Hosta clausa, Hosta hypoleuca, Hosta jonesii, Hosta kikutii, Hosta kiyosumiensis, Hosta longipes, Hosta longissima, Hosta minor, Hosta plantaginea, Hosta pulchella, Hosta pycnophylla, Hosta shikokiana, Hosta sieboldii, Hosta sieboldiana, Hosta tardiva, Hosta tsushimensis, Hosta ventricosa, Hosta venusta, Hosta yingeri,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-278409: Based on the initial data import
Takenoshin Nakai (1882-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nakai' in the authors string.
Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.