Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kiyosumiensis
ID:
663798

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Maek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 11: 689 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663130



Common Names

  • Hosta Kiyosumiensis
  • Kiyosumi Hosta
  • Kiyosumi Plantain Lily


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Synonyms

  • Hosta densa F.Maek. [unknown]
  • Hosta hippeastrum F.Maek. [unknown]
  • Hosta pachyscapa F.Maek. [unknown]
  • Hosta kiyosumiensis petrophila (F.Maek.) F.Maek. [unknown]
  • Hosta praecox F.Maek. [unknown]
  • Hosta petrophila F.Maek. [unknown]

Description

Hosta kiyosumiensis (also called Kiyosumi's 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 kiyosumiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hosta kiyosumiensis is a white to pale lavender, 6-lobed, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hosta kiyosumiensis 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 kiyosumiensis

Hosta kiyosumiensis can be found in Japan and Korea.

Hosta kiyosumiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hosta kiyosumiensis?

Hosta kiyosumiensis

What is the common name of Hosta kiyosumiensis?

Kiyosumi Hosta

What is the native habitat of Hosta kiyosumiensis?

Woodlands in 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-278441: Based on the initial data import
Fumio Maekawa (1908-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Maek.' in the authors string.