Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1028 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725866
Common Names
- Humulus lupulus
- Common Hops
- Common Humulus
- Hops
Description
Humulus lupulus (also called Common Hop, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Humulus genus. It is native to Europe and is found in moist, lowland forests. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and produces yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Humulus lupulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Humulus lupulus are yellow, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have a single, heart-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Humulus lupulus is an evergreen, perennial climber that is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Humulus lupulus
Humulus lupulus can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Humulus lupulus FAQ
What are the common names of Humulus lupulus?
Humulus lupulus is commonly known as the Common Hop.
What is the native range of Humulus lupulus?
Humulus lupulus is native to Europe, Asia, and North America.
What is the habitat of Humulus lupulus?
Humulus lupulus is found in moist, open forests and woodlands.
Species in the Humulus genus
Species in the Cannabaceae family
Aphananthe aspera,
Aphananthe cuspidata,
Aphananthe monoica,
Aphananthe philippinensis,
Aphananthe sakalava,
Cannabis sativa,
Celtis adolfi-friderici,
Celtis africana,
Celtis australis,
Celtis balansae,
Celtis berteroana,
Celtis bifida,
Celtis biondii,
Celtis boninensis,
Celtis brasiliensis,
Celtis bungeana,
Celtis caucasica,
Celtis caudata,
Celtis cerasifera,
Celtis chekiangensis,
Celtis chichape,
Celtis conferta,
Celtis glabrata,
Celtis gomphophylla,
Celtis harperi,
Celtis hildebrandii,
Celtis hypoleuca,
Celtis iguanaea,
Celtis jamaicensis,
Celtis jessoensis,
Celtis julianae,
Celtis koraiensis,
Celtis laevigata,
Celtis latifolia,
Celtis lindheimeri,
Celtis loxensis,
Celtis luzonica,
Celtis madagascariensis,
Celtis mauritiana,
Celtis mildbraedii,
Celtis occidentalis,
Celtis orthacanthos,
Celtis pacifica,
Celtis pallida,
Celtis paniculata,
Celtis petenensis,
Celtis philippensis,
Celtis punctata,
Celtis reticulata,
Celtis rigescens,