Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calcarea
ID:
48626

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kitam.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 235 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047955



Common Names

  • Calcareous Koyamasia
  • Koyamasia Moss
  • Calcareous Moss


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Synonyms

  • Camchaya calcarea Kitam. [unknown]
  • Vernonia calcarea (Kitam.) H.Koyama [unknown]

Description

Koyamasia calcarea (also called 'Calcareous Koyamasia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Japan. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Koyamasia calcarea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Koyamasia calcarea is a yellow, small, tubular flower with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Koyamasia calcarea is an evergreen shrub native to tropical America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. The plants should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Koyamasia calcarea

Koyamasia calcarea can be found in Japan.

Koyamasia calcarea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Koyamasia calcarea?

Koyamasia calcarea

What is the common name of Koyamasia calcarea?

Calcareous koyamasia

What is the natural habitat of Koyamasia calcarea?

Koyamasia calcarea is found in dry, rocky areas in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Species in the Koyamasia genus

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-14643: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.