Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ishiiana
ID:
772538

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kitag. & T.Koyama) Ohwi & Okuyama

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Coloured Ill. Wild Pl. Jap. 6(Index): 19 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000771871

Common Names

  • Tricyrtis ishiiana
  • Toad Lily
  • Japanese Toad Lily

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Description

Tricyrtis ishiiana (also called Ishi's Toad Lily, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to Japan. It is found in moist woodlands and can reach heights of up to 1 meter.

Uses & Benefits

Tricyrtis ishiiana is an ornamental plant that is often used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also a popular choice for hedges and screens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tricyrtis ishiiana has small white flowers with yellow anthers that are borne in clusters on a single stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tricyrtis ishiiana is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in late summer or early fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Tricyrtis ishiiana

Tricyrtis ishiiana is native to East Asia. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in East Asian plants.

Tricyrtis ishiiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tricyrtis ishiiana?

Tricyrtis ishiiana

What is the common name of Tricyrtis ishiiana?

Ishi Toad Lily

What is the natural habitat of Tricyrtis ishiiana?

Mountainous regions of Japan

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-310517: Based on the initial data import
Tetsuo Michael Koyama (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Koyama' in the authors string.
Jisaburo Ohwi (1905-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ohwi' in the authors string.
Masao Kitagawa (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitag.' in the authors string.
Shunki Okuyama (1909-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Okuyama' in the authors string.