Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shiroumense
ID:
670453

Status:
valid

Authors:
Matsumura & Nakai

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 22: 154 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000669785



Common Names

  • Shirouma Willowherb
  • Shirouma Epilobium
  • Shirouma Fireweed


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Description

Epilobium shiroumense (also called Shirouma willow-herb, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to western North America. It is found in open, wet areas, such as meadows, streambanks, and lake shores.

Uses & Benefits

Epilobium shiroumense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epilobium shiroumense has white to pink flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seed is small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epilobium shiroumense is a perennial herb native to Japan. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into sections with at least two shoots per section. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Epilobium shiroumense

Epilobium shiroumense is native to Japan and can be found in wet meadows, streambanks, and other moist habitats.

Epilobium shiroumense FAQ

What is the optimal soil type for Epilobium shiroumense?

Epilobium shiroumense prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

How much sunlight does Epilobium shiroumense need?

Epilobium shiroumense prefers partial shade to full sun.

What is the typical growth rate of Epilobium shiroumense?

Epilobium shiroumense typically grows at a moderate rate.

Species in the Epilobium genus

Epilobium campestre, Epilobium subdentatum, Epilobium abortivum, Epilobium adenocaulon, Epilobium aggregatum, Epilobium aitchisonii, Epilobium algidum, Epilobium alpestre, Epilobium alsinifolium, Epilobium alsinoides, Epilobium amurense, Epilobium anagallidifolium, Epilobium anatolicum, Epilobium anglicum, Epilobium angustifolium, Epilobium angustum, Epilobium argillaceum, Epilobium arvernense, Epilobium astonii, Epilobium atlanticum, Epilobium australe, Epilobium barbeyanum, Epilobium billardierianum, Epilobium blinii, Epilobium boissieri, Epilobium borbasianum, Epilobium brachiatum, Epilobium brachycarpum, Epilobium brevifolium, Epilobium brevipes, Epilobium brevipilum, Epilobium brevisquamatum, Epilobium brunnatum, Epilobium brunnescens, Epilobium canum, Epilobium capense, Epilobium celakovskyanum, Epilobium chateri, Epilobium chionanthum, Epilobium chitralense, Epilobium chlorifolium, Epilobium ciliatum, Epilobium clarkeanum, Epilobium clavatum, Epilobium cleistogamum, Epilobium colchicum, Epilobium collinum, Epilobium coloratum, Epilobium confertifolium, Epilobium confine,

Species in the Onagraceae family

Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,

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