Tofieldia okuboi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
okuboi
ID:
749255
Status:
valid
Authors:
Makino
Source:
wcs
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 12: 42 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748588
Common Names
- Tofieldia okuboi
- Okuboi Tofieldia
- Okuboi
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tofieldia okuboi (also called Okubo's False Asphodel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to eastern Asia. It is found in moist meadows, wet forests, and along streams, from Japan to China and Korea.
Uses & Benefits
Tofieldia okuboi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tofieldia okuboi has small, white flowers with four petals and six stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tofieldia okuboi is a small, perennial herb native to North America. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be grown in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It can also be grown in a terrarium or greenhouse.
Where to Find Tofieldia okuboi
Tofieldia okuboi can be found in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
Tofieldia okuboi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tofieldia okuboi?
Tofieldia okuboi
What is the common name of Tofieldia okuboi?
Okubo's False Asphodel
Where is Tofieldia okuboi found?
Tofieldia okuboi is found in Japan.
Species in the Tofieldia genus
Species in the Tofieldiaceae family
Harperocallis flava, Harperocallis paniculata, Harperocallis duidae, Harperocallis falcata, Harperocallis longiflora, Harperocallis neblinae, Harperocallis penduliflora, Harperocallis robustior, Harperocallis schomburgkiana, Harperocallis sessiliflora, Harperocallis sipapoensis, Pleea tenuifolia, Tofieldia cernua, Tofieldia yoshiiana, Tofieldia thibetica, Tofieldia coccinea, Tofieldia divergens, Tofieldia calyculata, Tofieldia nuda, Tofieldia okuboi, Tofieldia pusilla, Tofieldia glabra, Tofieldia himalaica, Tofieldia hybrida, Tofieldia furusei, Triantha racemosa, Triantha occidentalis, Triantha japonica, Triantha glutinosa,
References
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:542292-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.