Hosta jonesii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jonesii
ID:
663755
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.G.Chung
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 920 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663087
Common Names
- Hosta Jonesii
- Jones' Hosta
- Jones' Plantain Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hosta jonesii (also called Jones' Hosta, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Japan. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers in the summer. It can be found in moist, shady areas and is shade-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Hosta jonesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including its ability to reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and treat skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hosta jonesii is a white or pale yellow, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Hosta jonesii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from division or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. To propagate from division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in moist soil or a rooting medium.
Where to Find Hosta jonesii
Hosta jonesii can be found in Japan.
Hosta jonesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hosta jonesii?
Hosta jonesii
What is the common name of Hosta jonesii?
Jones' Hosta
What is the native habitat of Hosta jonesii?
Woodlands in Japan
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-278437: Based on the initial data import
Myong Gi Chung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Chung' in the authors string.