Status:
valid
Authors:
(Maekawa & Tuyama ex Ohwi) W.T.Wang & Hsiao
Source:
cmp
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 9: 330 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000645564
Common Names
- Numajirian Dichocarpum
- Dichocarpum numajirianum
- Dichocarpum
Synonyms
- Isopyrum hakonense Maekawa & Tuyama ex Ohwi [unknown]
Description
Dichocarpum hakonense (also called Hakone Plum Yew, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Japan. It typically grows to a height of 6-12 feet with a spread of 3-6 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and grows best in moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Dichocarpum hakonense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dichocarpum hakonense is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Dichocarpum hakonense can be done through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Dichocarpum hakonense
Dichocarpum hakonense is native to Japan and Taiwan.
Dichocarpum hakonense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dichocarpum hakonense?
Dichocarpum hakonense
What is the family of Dichocarpum hakonense?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Dichocarpum hakonense?
China, Japan, and Korea
Species in the Dichocarpum genus
Dichocarpum adiantifolium,
Dichocarpum arisanense,
Dichocarpum auriculatum,
Dichocarpum basilare,
Dichocarpum carinatum,
Dichocarpum dalzielii,
Dichocarpum dicarpon,
Dichocarpum fargesii,
Dichocarpum franchetii,
Dichocarpum hakonense,
Dichocarpum hypoglaucum,
Dichocarpum nipponicum,
Dichocarpum numajirianum,
Dichocarpum stoloniferum,
Dichocarpum sutchuenense,
Dichocarpum trachyspermum,
Dichocarpum trifoliolatum,
Dichocarpum wuchuanense,
Species in the Ranunculaceae family
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Aconitum abietetorum,
Aconitum acutiusculum,
Aconitum ajanense,
Aconitum alboflavidum,
Aconitum alboviolaceum,
Aconitum alpino-nepalense,
Aconitum ambiguum,
Aconitum amplexicaule,
Aconitum angulatum,
Aconitum angusticassidatum,
Aconitum angustifolium,
Aconitum anthora,
Aconitum apetalum,
Aconitum aquilonare,
Aconitum artemisiifolium,
Aconitum assamicum,
Aconitum atlanticum,
Aconitum austriacum,
Aconitum austrokoreense,
Aconitum axilliflorum,
Aconitum azumiense,
Aconitum baburinii,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum bailangense,
Aconitum barbatum,
Aconitum baumgartenianum,
Aconitum berdaui,
Aconitum bhedingense,
Aconitum bicolor,
Aconitum biflorum,
Aconitum brachypodum,
Aconitum bracteolatum,
Aconitum brevicalcaratum,
Aconitum brevilimbum,
Aconitum brevipetalum,
Aconitum brunneum,
Aconitum bucovinense,
Aconitum bujbense,
Aconitum bulbilliferum,
Aconitum bulleyanum,
Aconitum burnatii,
Aconitum calthifolium,
Aconitum cammarum,
Aconitum campylorrhynchum,
Aconitum cannabifolium,
Aconitum carmichaelii,
Aconitum changianum,
Aconitum charkeviczii,