Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
buergeri
ID:
185735

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi3: 47 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185064

Common Names

  • Buerger's Bush Clover
  • Japanese Bush Clover
  • Korean Bush Clover

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Synonyms

  • Lespedeza buergeri tetraloba H.Koidz. [unknown]
  • Lespedeza oldhamii Miq. [valid]
  • Lespedeza bracteolata Ricker [valid]
  • Lespedeza buergeri kinashii Ohwi [valid]
  • Lespedeza buergeri retusa Hatus. [unknown]

Description

Lespedeza buergeri (also called Burmese Bush Clover, among many other common names) is a species of leguminous shrub native to Japan and Korea. It is a small to medium-sized shrub with trifoliate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lespedeza buergeri has many uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a natural dye and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lespedeza buergeri has small, purple flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lespedeza buergeri is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant will need to be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Lespedeza buergeri

Lespedeza buergeri is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, woodlands, and along streams.

Lespedeza buergeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lespedeza buergeri?

Lespedeza buergeri

What are the common names of Lespedeza buergeri?

Buerger's Bush Clover, Buerger's Lespedeza

What is the native range of Lespedeza buergeri?

Japan, Korea, China

Species in the Lespedeza genus

Lespedeza capitata, Lespedeza leptostachya, Lespedeza texana, Lespedeza virginica, Lespedeza stuevei, Lespedeza angustifolia, Lespedeza hirta, Lespedeza procumbens, Lespedeza repens, Lespedeza stuevei, Lespedeza violacea, Lespedeza simulata, Lespedeza bicolor, Lespedeza cyrtobotrya, Lespedeza thunbergii, Lespedeza homoloba, Lespedeza pilosa, Lespedeza buergeri, Lespedeza tomentosa, Lespedeza cuneata, Lespedeza davidii, Lespedeza juncea, Lespedeza chinensis, Lespedeza davurica, Lespedeza maximowiczii, Lespedeza melanantha, Lespedeza hirta, Lespedeza virgata, Lespedeza macrovirgata, Lespedeza cyrtobuergeri, Lespedeza intermixta, Lespedeza kagoshimensis, Lespedeza neglecta, Lespedeza fordii, Lespedeza dunnii, Lespedeza fasciculiflora, Lespedeza forrestii, Lespedeza floribunda, Lespedeza daurica, Lespedeza caraganae, Lespedeza inschanica, Lespedeza elegans, Lespedeza bicolor, Lespedeza gerardiana, Lespedeza speciosa, Lespedeza hisauchii, Lespedeza intermixta, Lespedeza maritima, Lespedeza macrovirgata, Lespedeza miquelii,

Species in the Fabaceae family