Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
clausa
ID:
663484

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 44: 27 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000662816



Common Names

  • Clausa Hosta
  • Clausa Plantain-Lily
  • Clausa Funkia


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Synonyms

  • Hosta clausa ensata (F.Maek.) W.G.Schmid [unknown]
  • Hosta ensata F.Maek. [unknown]
  • Hosta ensata foliata P.Y.Fu & Q.S.Sun [unknown]
  • Hosta ensata normalis (F.Maek.) Q.S.Sun [unknown]
  • Hosta japonica lancifolia Nakai [unknown]
  • Hosta clausa normalis F.Maek. [unknown]
  • Hosta clausa clausa [unknown]
  • Hosta ensata foliata P.Y.Fu & Q.Y.Sun [deprecated]
  • Hosta clausa geumgangensis M.Kim & H.Jo [unknown]

Description

Hosta clausa (also called Clausa 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 clausa 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 clausa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Hosta clausa 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 clausa

Hosta clausa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Hosta clausa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hosta clausa?

Hosta clausa

What type of plant is Hosta clausa?

It is a perennial flowering plant.

What is the natural habitat of Hosta clausa?

It is native to Japan.

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