Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxim.
Source:
tro
Year:
1806
Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7 , 10(11): 11 (1806)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001227108
Common Names
- Rhamnus japonica
- Japanese Buckthorn
- Japonica Rhamnus
Description
Rhamnus japonica (also called Rhamnus zizyphoides, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rhamnaceae family. It is native to the temperate regions of Japan. It typically grows in open forests, thickets, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Rhamnus japonica is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhamnus japonica is a small, white, four-petaled flower. The seed of Rhamnus japonica is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Rhamnus japonica are small, green, and have four leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhamnus japonica is a small shrub native to Japan. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soil types. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sterile medium.
Where to Find Rhamnus japonica
Rhamnus japonica is native to Japan and can be found in moist, shady areas. It is commonly found growing on rocks and tree trunks in tropical forests.
Rhamnus japonica FAQ
What is the common name of Rhamnus japonica?
Common name of Rhamnus japonica is Japanese Buckthorn
What is the scientific name of Japanese Buckthorn?
The scientific name of Japanese Buckthorn is Rhamnus japonica
Where is Rhamnus japonica found?
Rhamnus japonica is found in Japan, Korea, and China
Species in the Rhamnus genus
Rhamnus saxatilis,
Rhamnus spathulifolia,
Rhamnus schlechteri,
Rhamnus sibthorpiana,
Rhamnus serpyllacea,
Rhamnus seravschanica,
Rhamnus prinoides,
Rhamnus petiolaris,
Rhamnus philippinensis,
Rhamnus pichleri,
Rhamnus persicifolia,
Rhamnus qianweiensis,
Rhamnus prunifolia,
Rhamnus pyrella,
Rhamnus pumila,
Rhamnus punctata,
Rhamnus purandharensis,
Rhamnus pulogensis,
Rhamnus wightii,
Rhamnus woloszczakii,
Rhamnus velutina,
Rhamnus sumbawana,
Rhamnus thymifolia,
Rhamnus sumatrensis,
Rhamnus staddo,
Rhamnus tonkinensis,
Rhamnus erythroxylon,
Rhamnus disperma,
Rhamnus dolichophylla,
Rhamnus fallax,
Rhamnus glaucophylla,
Rhamnus glandulosa,
Rhamnus gayeri,
Rhamnus cathartica,
Rhamnus crenulata,
Rhamnus davurica,
Rhamnus collettii,
Rhamnus costata,
Rhamnus cornifolia,
Rhamnus cordata,
Rhamnus nitida,
Rhamnus nigrescens,
Rhamnus rhodopea,
Rhamnus papuana,
Rhamnus orbiculata,
Rhamnus oleoides,
Rhamnus myrtifolia,
Rhamnus ludovici-salvatoris,
Rhamnus lycioides,
Rhamnus libanotica,
Species in the Rhamnaceae family
Adolphia californica,
Adolphia infesta,
Alphitonia pomaderroides,
Alphitonia carolinensis,
Alphitonia excelsa,
Alphitonia ferruginea,
Alphitonia franguloides,
Alphitonia incana,
Alphitonia macrocarpa,
Alphitonia marquesensis,
Alphitonia neocaledonica,
Alphitonia petriei,
Alphitonia philippinensis,
Alphitonia ponderosa,
Alphitonia whitei,
Alphitonia zizyphoides,
Alphitonia oblata,
Alvimiantha tricamerata,
Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis,
Ampelozizyphus amazonicus,
Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum,
Araracuara vetusta,
Auerodendron acuminatum,
Auerodendron acunae,
Auerodendron cubense,
Auerodendron glaucescens,
Auerodendron jamaicense,
Auerodendron martii,
Auerodendron northropianum,
Auerodendron pauciflorum,
Auerodendron reticulatum,
Auerodendron truncatum,
Bathiorhamnus capuronii,
Bathiorhamnus dentatus,
Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus,
Bathiorhamnus reticulatus,
Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis,
Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus,
Bathiorhamnus louvelii,
Berchemia annamensis,
Berchemia arisanensis,
Berchemia barbigera,
Berchemia brachycarpa,
Berchemia burmanniana,
Berchemia cinerascens,
Berchemia compressicarpa,
Berchemia discolor,
Berchemia edgeworthii,
Berchemia elmeri,
Berchemia flavescens,