Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
japonica
ID:
251121

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Siebold & Zucc.) Esser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Blumea 43: 129 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250453



Common Names

  • Neoshirakia Japonica
  • Japonica Rose
  • Japonica's Rose


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Synonyms

  • Sapium atrobadiomaculatum F.P.Metcalf [unknown]
  • Sapium japonicum Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Shirakia japonica (Siebold & Zucc.) Hurus. [unknown]
  • Stillingia japonica Siebold & Zucc. [unknown]
  • Triadica japonica Baill. [unknown]
  • Neoshirakia atrobadiomaculata (F.P.Metcalf) Esser & P.T.Li [unknown]
  • Croton sirakii Siebold & Zucc. [unknown]
  • Excoecaria japonica Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Neoshirakia japonica (also called 'Japanese Neoshirakia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Japan and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Neoshirakia japonica is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, cough, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neoshirakia japonica is white with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoshirakia japonica is a tropical plant native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 4 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, moist environment. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Neoshirakia japonica

Neoshirakia japonica can be found in Japan.

Neoshirakia japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neoshirakia japonica?

Neoshirakia japonica

What is the family of Neoshirakia japonica?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Neoshirakia japonica?

Montane forests of Cameroon

Species in the Neoshirakia genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-134128: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Philipp Franz von Siebold (1796-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siebold' in the authors string.
Hans-Joachim Esser (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esser' in the authors string.