Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
kawaguchii
ID:
47761

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kitam.) Y.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. x. 287 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047090



Common Names

  • Syncalathium
  • Kawaguchii
  • Syncalathium kawaguchii


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Description

Syncalathium kawaguchii (also called Kawaguchi's False Nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers moist soils and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Syncalathium kawaguchii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Syncalathium kawaguchii has yellow-orange flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncalathium kawaguchii is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame or in the garden. Division can be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Syncalathium kawaguchii

Syncalathium kawaguchii is native to the Kawaguchi region of Japan and can be found in the moist, shady forests of the area. It is not widely available in nurseries.

Syncalathium kawaguchii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syncalathium kawaguchii?

Syncalathium kawaguchii

What is the family of Syncalathium kawaguchii?

Asteraceae

Where is Syncalathium kawaguchii native to?

Japan

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-145554: Based on the initial data import
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.
Yong Ling (1903-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Ling' in the authors string.