Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
excelsus
ID:
15476

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Makino) Kitam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 2: 48 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014805



Common Names

  • Synurus excelsus
  • Excelsus Synurus
  • Excelsus False-Sage


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Synonyms

  • Serratula excelsa (Makino) Makino [unknown]

Description

Synurus excelsus (also called Japanese Green Moss, among many other common names) is a perennial moss native to Japan. It has a bright green color and grows in dense mats. It is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Synurus excelsus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Synurus excelsus has small yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synurus excelsus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Synurus excelsus

Synurus excelsus is native to Japan and can be found in forests, grasslands, and alpine meadows.

Synurus excelsus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synurus excelsus?

Synurus excelsus

What is the common name of Synurus excelsus?

Synurus

What is the natural habitat of Synurus excelsus?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Synurus 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-114321: Based on the initial data import
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.