Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japonicus
ID:
87836

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 9(3): 271 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087165



Common Names

  • Japanese Euchiton
  • Euchiton japonicus
  • Japanese Cudweed


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Synonyms

  • Euchiton forsteri Cass. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium japonicum Thunb. [unknown]
  • Filago cephaloidea Link ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Leontopodium javanicum Zoll. & Moritzi [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium globosum Hornem. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium cephaloideum Willd. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium japonicum japonicum [unknown]
  • Euchiton pulchellus Cass. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium glomeratum hort. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium willdenowii Dietr. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Euchiton japonicus (Thunb.) Anderb. [unknown]
  • Anaphalis lanata F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium oblancifolium Elmer [unknown]
  • Leontopodium sandwicense Rock [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium asteroides Balb. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium hemisphaericum Hornem. [unknown]

Description

Euchiton japonicus (also called Japanese Euchiton, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Japan. It has a thin stem with narrow, lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Euchiton japonicus has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and has been used to treat skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euchiton japonicus has small, yellow flowers with dark centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euchiton japonicus is a perennial herb native to Japan. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Euchiton japonicus

Euchiton japonicus is native to East Asia, including Japan, China, and Korea.

Euchiton japonicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euchiton japonicus?

Euchiton japonicus

What is the common name of Euchiton japonicus?

Japanese euchiton

What type of plant is Euchiton japonicus?

Perennial herb

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-43539: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.