Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japonica
ID:
192930

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. ex Regel

Source:
ildis

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Gartenflora40: 321 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192259



Common Names

  • Euchresta japonica
  • Japanese Euchresta
  • Japonica Euchresta


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Synonyms

  • Euchresta japonica Benth. ex Oliv. [unknown]
  • Euchresta japonica Oliv. [unknown]
  • Euchresta trifoliolata Merr. [valid]

Description

Euchresta japonica (also called Japanese Euchresta, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan, China, and Korea. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and forest edges. It has a long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow or white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Euchresta japonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euchresta japonica has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euchresta japonica is an annual herb native to Japan. It is easy to propagate from seeds, and prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought and frost tolerant.

Where to Find Euchresta japonica

Euchresta japonica can be found in Japan and Korea.

Euchresta japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euchresta japonica?

Euchresta japonica

What is the common name of Euchresta japonica?

Japanese Euchresta

What is the natural habitat of Euchresta japonica?

Woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.