Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
yedoense
ID:
764742

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maxim. ex Franch. & Sav.) Rauschert

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Taxon 31: 560 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764075

Common Names

  • Comospermum Yedoense
  • Yedoense Comospermum
  • Japanese Comospermum

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Description

Comospermum yedoense (also called Yedoense Comospermum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to Japan. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces white and pink flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Comospermum yedoense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Comospermum yedoense has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comospermum yedoense can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny spot in well-drained soil and should be planted in autumn. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season, but it should be kept dry during the dormant period.

Where to Find Comospermum yedoense

Comospermum yedoense can be found in Japan.

Comospermum yedoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comospermum yedoense?

Comospermum yedoense

What is the common name of Comospermum yedoense?

Yedo Spiderwort

What is the natural habitat of Comospermum yedoense?

Comospermum yedoense is native to Japan and Korea.

Species in the Comospermum genus

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-303005: Based on the initial data import
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Stephan Rauschert (1931-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauschert' in the authors string.
Paul Amédée Ludovic Savatier (1830-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sav.' in the authors string.