Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
involucratus
ID:
541071

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.E.Schulz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 105(86): 198 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540403



Common Names

  • Involucratus Aphragmus
  • Involucratus Foxtail
  • Involucratus Foxtail Grass


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Synonyms

  • Aphragmus altaicus Bunge ex A.Busch [unknown]
  • Braya involucrata Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Hesperis involucrata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Platypetalum involucratum Bunge [unknown]

Description

Aphragmus involucratus (also called Japanese Balsam, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It has large, pink flowers and heart-shaped leaves. It is native to Japan and is found in moist habitats such as riverbanks and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Aphragmus involucratus is a popular ornamental plant and is used for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aphragmus involucratus is small, white, and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphragmus involucratus is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in alpine meadows and grasslands. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be spaced about 15-20 cm apart. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and spaced about 15-20 cm apart.

Where to Find Aphragmus involucratus

Aphragmus involucratus can be found in tropical regions of South America, such as Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Aphragmus involucratus FAQ

What are the common names of Aphragmus involucratus?

Common names of Aphragmus involucratus include Involucrate Mallow and Involucrate Marsh Mallow

What is the growth habit of Aphragmus involucratus?

Aphragmus involucratus is an annual herb that can grow up to 3 feet in height

What is the native range of Aphragmus involucratus?

Aphragmus involucratus is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2643814: Based on the initial data import
Otto Eugen Schulz (1874-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.E.Schulz' in the authors string.