Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kaempferi
ID:
444042

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lamb.) Carrière

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
J. Gén. Hort. 11: 97. (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443374



Common Names

  • Larix kaempferi
  • Japanese Larch
  • Kaempfer's Larch


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Description

Larix kaempferi (also called 'Japanese Larch', among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree native to Japan. It has long, thin, blue-green needles and produces small, round cones. It grows in moist, temperate climates, usually in mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Larix kaempferi is used in construction, furniture, and paper production. It is also used for landscaping, as it is a popular ornamental tree.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Larix kaempferi has small, yellow, cone-shaped flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have short, needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Larix kaempferi is a coniferous tree that can be propagated by seeds, cuttings, or layering. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Larix kaempferi

Larix kaempferi can be found in Japan, Korea, and eastern China.

Larix kaempferi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Larix kaempferi?

Larix kaempferi

What is the common name of Larix kaempferi?

Japanese Larch

What is the natural range of Larix kaempferi?

Japan, Korea, and eastern Siberia

Species in the Pinaceae family

Abies alba, Abies amabilis, Abies balsamea, Abies beshanzuensis, Abies borisii-regis, Abies bracteata, Abies cephalonica, Abies chensiensis, Abies cilicica, Abies concolor, Abies delavayi, Abies densa, Abies durangensis, Abies fabri, Abies fanjingshanensis, Abies fargesii, Abies firma, Abies flinckii, Abies forrestii, Abies fraseri, Abies grandis, Abies guatemalensis, Abies hickelii, Abies hidalgensis, Abies holophylla, Abies homolepis, Abies kawakamii, Abies koreana, Abies lasiocarpa, Abies magnifica, Abies mariesii, Abies nebrodensis, Abies nephrolepis, Abies nordmanniana, Abies numidica, Abies pindrow, Abies pinsapo, Abies procera, Abies recurvata, Abies religiosa, Abies sachalinensis, Abies sibirica, Abies spectabilis, Abies squamata, Abies veitchii, Abies vejarii, Abies yuanbaoshanensis, Abies ziyuanensis, Abies jaliscana, Abies phanerolepis,

References

Aylmer Bourke Lambert (1761-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lamb.' in the authors string.
Élie-Abel Carrière (1818-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carrière' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Larix kaempferi (Lamb.) Carrière: Placement according to April 2023 Classification