Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.W.Lee & C.W.Park) Cubey
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Hanburyana 1: 14 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506274
Common Names
- Actaea austrokoreana
- South Korean Actaea
- South Korean Baneberry
Synonyms
- Cimicifuga austrokoreana H.W.Lee & C.W.Park [unknown]
Description
Actaea austrokoreana (also called Korean Baneberry, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with large, lobed leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Korea and is found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Actaea austrokoreana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Actaea austrokoreana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Actaea austrokoreana is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).
Where to Find Actaea austrokoreana
Actaea austrokoreana is native to South Korea.
Actaea austrokoreana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actaea austrokoreana?
Actaea austrokoreana
What is the natural habitat of Actaea austrokoreana?
Mountain slopes
What are the blooming season of Actaea austrokoreana?
Summer
Species in the Actaea genus
Actaea austrokoreana,
Actaea arizonica,
Actaea asiatica,
Actaea bifida,
Actaea biternata,
Actaea brachycarpa,
Actaea cimicifuga,
Actaea cordifolia,
Actaea dahurica,
Actaea elata,
Actaea europaea,
Actaea frigida,
Actaea heracleifolia,
Actaea japonica,
Actaea kashmiriana,
Actaea laciniata,
Actaea ludovicii,
Actaea matsumurae,
Actaea pachypoda,
Actaea podocarpa,
Actaea purpurea,
Actaea racemosa,
Actaea rubra,
Actaea simplex,
Actaea spicata,
Actaea taiwanensis,
Actaea vaginata,
Actaea yunnanensis,
Actaea rubifolia,
Actaea nanchuanensis,
Actaea lancifoliolata,
Species in the Ranunculaceae family
Aconitum soyaense,
Aconitum abietetorum,
Aconitum acutiusculum,
Aconitum ajanense,
Aconitum alboflavidum,
Aconitum alboviolaceum,
Aconitum alpino-nepalense,
Aconitum ambiguum,
Aconitum amplexicaule,
Aconitum angulatum,
Aconitum angusticassidatum,
Aconitum angustifolium,
Aconitum anthora,
Aconitum apetalum,
Aconitum aquilonare,
Aconitum artemisiifolium,
Aconitum assamicum,
Aconitum atlanticum,
Aconitum austriacum,
Aconitum austrokoreense,
Aconitum axilliflorum,
Aconitum azumiense,
Aconitum baburinii,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum bailangense,
Aconitum barbatum,
Aconitum baumgartenianum,
Aconitum berdaui,
Aconitum bhedingense,
Aconitum bicolor,
Aconitum biflorum,
Aconitum brachypodum,
Aconitum bracteolatum,
Aconitum brevicalcaratum,
Aconitum brevilimbum,
Aconitum brevipetalum,
Aconitum brunneum,
Aconitum bucovinense,
Aconitum bujbense,
Aconitum bulbilliferum,
Aconitum bulleyanum,
Aconitum burnatii,
Aconitum calthifolium,
Aconitum cammarum,
Aconitum campylorrhynchum,
Aconitum cannabifolium,
Aconitum carmichaelii,
Aconitum changianum,
Aconitum charkeviczii,
References
Chong Wook Park: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.W.Park' in the authors string.
Hyon Woo Lee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.W.Lee' in the authors string.