Status:
valid
Authors:
Kadota
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 87: 309 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335178
Common Names
- Tsushimensis Astilbe
- Tsushimensis Spring Astilbe
- Tsushimensis Mountain Astilbe
Description
Astilbe tsushimensis (also called Tsushima Astilbe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Saxifragaceae family. It is native to Japan. It is found in moist meadows, wet grasslands, and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Astilbe tsushimensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as headaches, colds, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astilbe tsushimensis is white, cup-shaped, and has 4 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astilbe tsushimensis is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 2 feet in height. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Astilbe tsushimensis
Astilbe tsushimensis can be found in Japan.
Astilbe tsushimensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astilbe tsushimensis?
Astilbe tsushimensis
What is the common name of Astilbe tsushimensis?
Tsushima Astilbe
What is the natural habitat of Astilbe tsushimensis?
It is native to Japan.
Species in the Astilbe genus
Astilbe amabilis,
Astilbe apoensis,
Astilbe biternata,
Astilbe crenatiloba,
Astilbe formosa,
Astilbe glaberrima,
Astilbe grandis,
Astilbe hachijoensis,
Astilbe japonica,
Astilbe khasiana,
Astilbe longicarpa,
Astilbe longipilosa,
Astilbe macrocarpa,
Astilbe macroflora,
Astilbe microphylla,
Astilbe okuyamae,
Astilbe papuana,
Astilbe philippinensis,
Astilbe photeinophylla,
Astilbe platyphylla,
Astilbe rivularis,
Astilbe rubra,
Astilbe shikokiana,
Astilbe simplicifolia,
Astilbe thunbergii,
Astilbe tsushimensis,
Astilbe longipedicellata,
Species in the Saxifragaceae family
Astilbe amabilis,
Astilbe apoensis,
Astilbe biternata,
Astilbe crenatiloba,
Astilbe formosa,
Astilbe glaberrima,
Astilbe grandis,
Astilbe hachijoensis,
Astilbe japonica,
Astilbe khasiana,
Astilbe longicarpa,
Astilbe longipilosa,
Astilbe macrocarpa,
Astilbe macroflora,
Astilbe microphylla,
Astilbe okuyamae,
Astilbe papuana,
Astilbe philippinensis,
Astilbe photeinophylla,
Astilbe platyphylla,
Astilbe rivularis,
Astilbe rubra,
Astilbe shikokiana,
Astilbe simplicifolia,
Astilbe thunbergii,
Astilbe tsushimensis,
Astilbe longipedicellata,
Astilboides tabularis,
Bensoniella oregona,
Bergenia ciliata,
Bergenia crassifolia,
Bergenia emeiensis,
Bergenia hissarica,
Bergenia pacumbis,
Bergenia purpurascens,
Bergenia scopulosa,
Bergenia stracheyi,
Bergenia tianquanensis,
Bergenia ugamica,
Bolandra californica,
Bolandra oregana,
Boykinia aconitifolia,
Boykinia intermedia,
Boykinia lycoctonifolia,
Boykinia major,
Boykinia occidentalis,
Boykinia richardsonii,
Boykinia rotundifolia,
Boykinia richardsonii,
Boykinia cincinnata,