Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
kitayamensis
ID:
1319946

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kadota

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 86: 267 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332400

Common Names

  • Coptis Kitayamensis
  • Coptis
  • Kitayamensis

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Description

Coptis kitayamensis (also called 'Kitayama Coptis' and 'Kitayama', among many other common names) is a herb native to Japan. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, tropical forests and in disturbed areas. It is also found in coastal areas and in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Coptis kitayamensis is a popular medicinal herb, often used in traditional Chinese medicine and as a dietary supplement. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coptis kitayamensis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coptis kitayamensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the divisions moist until they are established.

Where to Find Coptis kitayamensis

Coptis kitayamensis is found in Japan.

Coptis kitayamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coptis kitayamensis?

Coptis kitayamensis

What is the common name of Coptis kitayamensis?

Kitayama Coptis

What is the natural habitat of Coptis kitayamensis?

Tropical and subtropical dry shrublands

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

Yuichi Kadota (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kadota' in the authors string.