Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Species:
tokushimensis
ID:
796037

Status:
valid

Authors:
Akasawa, Katayama & T.Naito

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 22: 194 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795370

Common Names

  • Fritillaria tokushimensis
  • Tokushima Fritillaria
  • Fritillaria

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Description

Fritillaria tokushimensis (also called 'Tokushima Fritillaria', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Japan. It has long, thin, green stems with small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in scrubland and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Fritillaria tokushimensis is used as a source of food and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fritillaria tokushimensis has bell-shaped, nodding flowers that are usually yellow or orange. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fritillaria tokushimensis is a small perennial plant that grows in temperate climates. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be grown in a medium that is well-draining and slightly acidic. It should be kept in a cool, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Watering should be done regularly, but the soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Fritillaria tokushimensis

Fritillaria tokushimensis is native to Japan, on the islands of Honshu and Shikoku.

Fritillaria tokushimensis FAQ

What are the light requirements for Fritillaria tokushimensis?

Fritillaria tokushimensis prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal temperature range for Fritillaria tokushimensis?

Fritillaria tokushimensis prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).

What is the ideal humidity range for Fritillaria tokushimensis?

Fritillaria tokushimensis prefers a humidity level of 40-60%.

Species in the Fritillaria genus

Fritillaria acmopetala, Fritillaria affinis, Fritillaria agrestis, Fritillaria alburyana, Fritillaria alfredae, Fritillaria amabilis, Fritillaria amana, Fritillaria anhuiensis, Fritillaria ariana, Fritillaria assyriaca, Fritillaria atrolineata, Fritillaria atropurpurea, Fritillaria aurea, Fritillaria ayakoana, Fritillaria baskilensis, Fritillaria biflora, Fritillaria bithynica, Fritillaria brandegeei, Fritillaria bucharica, Fritillaria byfieldii, Fritillaria camschatcensis, Fritillaria carica, Fritillaria caucasica, Fritillaria chitralensis, Fritillaria chlorantha, Fritillaria chlororhabdota, Fritillaria cirrhosa, Fritillaria collina, Fritillaria conica, Fritillaria crassicaulis, Fritillaria crassifolia, Fritillaria dagana, Fritillaria dajinensis, Fritillaria davidii, Fritillaria davisii, Fritillaria delavayi, Fritillaria drenovskii, Fritillaria dzhabavae, Fritillaria eastwoodiae, Fritillaria ebeiensis, Fritillaria eduardii, Fritillaria ehrhartii, Fritillaria elwesii, Fritillaria epirotica, Fritillaria euboeica, Fritillaria falcata, Fritillaria ferganensis, Fritillaria fleischeriana, Fritillaria forbesii, Fritillaria frankiorum,

Species in the Liliaceae family

Amana edulis, Amana erythronioides, Amana kuocangshanica, Amana anhuiensis, Amana wanzhensis, Calochortus albus, Calochortus amabilis, Calochortus ambiguus, Calochortus amoenus, Calochortus apiculatus, Calochortus argillosus, Calochortus aureus, Calochortus balsensis, Calochortus barbatus, Calochortus bruneaunis, Calochortus coeruleus, Calochortus catalinae, Calochortus cernuus, Calochortus clavatus, Calochortus concolor, Calochortus coxii, Calochortus dunnii, Calochortus elegans, Calochortus eurycarpus, Calochortus excavatus, Calochortus exilis, Calochortus fimbriatus, Calochortus flexuosus, Calochortus foliosus, Calochortus fuscus, Calochortus ghiesbreghtii, Calochortus greenei, Calochortus gunnisonii, Calochortus hartwegii, Calochortus howellii, Calochortus indecorus, Calochortus invenustus, Calochortus kennedyi, Calochortus leichtlinii, Calochortus longibarbatus, Calochortus luteus, Calochortus lyallii, Calochortus macrocarpus, Calochortus marcellae, Calochortus minimus, Calochortus monanthus, Calochortus monophyllus, Calochortus nigrescens, Calochortus nitidus, Calochortus nudus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-333897: Based on the initial data import
Yoshyuki Akasawa (1915-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Akasawa' in the authors string.
Katayama: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Katayama' in the authors string.
Tokio Naito: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Naito' in the authors string.