Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
longissima
ID:
663879

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Maek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 13: 894 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663211



Common Names

  • Hosta Longissima
  • Longissima Hosta
  • Longissima Plantain Lily


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Synonyms

  • Hosta japonica longifolia Honda [unknown]
  • Hosta longissima longifolia (Honda) W.G.Schmid [unknown]
  • Hosta japonica angustifolia Gaerdt [unknown]
  • Hosta lancifolia longifolia (Honda) Honda [unknown]
  • Hosta lancifolia angustifolia Koidz. [unknown]
  • Hosta longissima brevifolia F.Maek. [unknown]
  • Hosta japonica albiflora Makino [unknown]

Description

Hosta longissima (also called Long-leaved Hosta, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It grows in moist woodlands and shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hosta longissima 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 longissima is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hosta longissima is a perennial plant that grows best in partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is tolerant of some drought.

Where to Find Hosta longissima

Hosta longissima is native to Japan.

Hosta longissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hosta longissima?

Hosta longissima

What type of plant is Hosta longissima?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Hosta longissima?

It is native to Japan, Korea, and China

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-278449: Based on the initial data import
Fumio Maekawa (1908-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Maek.' in the authors string.