Kerria japonica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) DC.
Source:
rjp
Year:
1818
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 12: 157 (1818)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001008321
Common Names
- Kerria japonica
- Japanese Kerria
- Japanese Rose
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Kerria japonica (also called Japanese kerria, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Japan. It has a rounded crown, and white flowers in the spring. It is found in woodlands, meadows, and open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Kerria japonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for hedging and topiary. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kerria japonica is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Kerria japonica is a perennial shrub native to Japan. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Kerria japonica
Kerria japonica is native to Japan and can be found in woodlands, thickets, and along roadsides.
Species in the Kerria genus
Species in the Rosaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-453: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.