Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 179 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423320
Common Names
- Tateishia concinna
- Concinna Tateishia
- Concinnous Tateishia
Description
Tateishia concinna (also called Tate's Rush, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and erect stems that reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are opposite, lanceolate, and serrate. Its flowers are white or yellow and appear in summer. It prefers sunny and wet habitats, such as marshes and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Tateishia concinna is used in traditional Chinese medicine as a diuretic and to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used to treat urinary tract infections, as well as to reduce inflammation and improve circulation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tateishia concinna has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tateishia concinna can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and pH levels.
Where to Find Tateishia concinna
Tateishia concinna can be found in Japan, Korea, and China.
Tateishia concinna FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tateishia concinna?
Tateishia concinna
What is the common name of Tateishia concinna?
Tateishia
What is the natural habitat of Tateishia concinna?
It is native to Japan, where it grows in moist meadows, streambanks, and other moist sites.
Species in the Tateishia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Kazuaki Ohashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Ohashi' in the authors string.