Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
japonica
ID:
443515

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1784

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. ed. 14 : 196 (1784)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442847

Common Names

  • Lysimachia Japonica
  • Japanese Loosestrife
  • Japanese

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Synonyms

  • Lysimachia uliginosa Blume [unknown]
  • Lysimachia maculata R.Br. [unknown]
  • Lysimachia minutissima (Masam.) Masam. [unknown]
  • Anagallis pilosa Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don [unknown]

Description

Lysimachia japonica (also called Japanese Loosestrife, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial that is native to the temperate regions of Japan. It typically grows to a height of about 1 meter and has bright green leaves that are lance-shaped. It is found in moist meadows and along the edges of streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Lysimachia japonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lysimachia japonica sub. papuana (S.Moore) Y.J.Nasir

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lysimachia japonica has yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysimachia japonica is a perennial plant native to Japan. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Lysimachia japonica

Lysimachia japonica is native to Japan and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Lysimachia japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysimachia japonica?

Lysimachia japonica

What type of plant is Lysimachia japonica?

It is a shrub

Where is Lysimachia japonica found?

It is found in Mexico

Species in the Lysimachia genus

Lysimachia vulgaris, Lysimachia scopulensis, Lysimachia scandens, Lysimachia ruhmeriana, Lysimachia santapaui, Lysimachia punctata, Lysimachia remotiflora, Lysimachia rapensis, Lysimachia radicans, Lysimachia thyrsiflora, Lysimachia terrestris, Lysimachia tenella, Lysimachia venosa, Lysimachia sumatranica, Lysimachia sikokiana, Lysimachia sertulata, Lysimachia serpyllifolia, Lysimachia baviensis, Lysimachia atropurpurea, Lysimachia assamica, Lysimachia eileta, Lysimachia eberhardtii, Lysimachia adoensis, Lysimachia ephemerum, Lysimachia maritima, Lysimachia minoricensis, Lysimachia linearifolia, Lysimachia leucantha, Lysimachia leschenaultii, Lysimachia liukiuensis, Lysimachia linum-stellatum, Lysimachia pendens, Lysimachia pilosa, Lysimachia pilophora, Lysimachia nemorum, Lysimachia nummularia, Lysimachia pacifica, Lysimachia oppositifolia, Lysimachia ohsumiensis, Lysimachia fraseri, Lysimachia dubia, Lysimachia cousiniana, Lysimachia forbesii, Lysimachia fletcheri, Lysimachia chenii, Lysimachia buxifolia, Lysimachia ciliata, Lysimachia clethroides, Lysimachia christinae, Lysimachia interjacens,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

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