Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japonica
ID:
247026

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Maxim.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 20: 461 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246358



Common Names

  • Mosla japonica
  • Japonica Moss
  • Mossy Japonica


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Synonyms

  • Micromeria perforata Miq. [unknown]
  • Mosla hadai Nakai [unknown]
  • Mosla japonica angustifolia Makino [unknown]
  • Mosla japonica thymolifera (Makino) T.Yamaz. & Murata [unknown]
  • Mosla leucantha Nakai [unknown]
  • Mosla orthodon Nakai [unknown]
  • Mosla perforata Koidz. [unknown]
  • Mosla thymolifera Makino [unknown]
  • Orthodon hadae (Nakai) Kudô [unknown]
  • Orthodon japonicum Benth. [unknown]
  • Orthodon leucanthus Kudô [unknown]
  • Orthodon nakaii (Kudô) Okuyama [unknown]
  • Orthodon perforatus (Miq.) Ohwi [unknown]
  • Orthodon thymolifer Kudô [unknown]
  • Mosla nakaii Kudô [unknown]

Description

Mosla japonica (also called Mosla, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It typically grows in meadows, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mosla japonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mosla japonica is white and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mosla japonica is a perennial herb native to Japan. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the root system. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Mosla japonica

Mosla japonica is native to Japan.

Mosla japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mosla japonica?

Mosla japonica

What is the common name of Mosla japonica?

Japanese Mosla

What is the natural habitat of Mosla japonica?

Woodlands and grasslands

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-130190: Based on the initial data import
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.