Status:
valid
Authors:
Makino
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 27: 255 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747646
Common Names
- Tofieldia yoshiiana
- Yoshiiana Tofieldia
- Tofieldia
Description
Tofieldia yoshiiana (also called Yoshi's Tofieldia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and prefers moist soils.
Uses & Benefits
Tofieldia yoshiiana has no known non-medical uses or benefits.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tofieldia yoshiiana var. yoshiiana
Tofieldia yoshiiana var. hyugaensis M.N.Tamura & Fuse
Tofieldia yoshiiana var. koreana (Ohwi) M.N.Tamura, Fuse & N.S.Lee
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tofieldia yoshiiana is a small, white flower with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tofieldia yoshiiana is a perennial plant that is native to the western United States. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall, and divisions should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Tofieldia yoshiiana
Tofieldia yoshiiana can be found in East Asia.
Tofieldia yoshiiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tofieldia yoshiiana?
Tofieldia yoshiiana
What is the common name of Tofieldia yoshiiana?
Yoshi's False Asphodel
What type of plant is Tofieldia yoshiiana?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Species in the Tofieldia genus
Tofieldia cernua,
Tofieldia yoshiiana,
Tofieldia thibetica,
Tofieldia coccinea,
Tofieldia divergens,
Tofieldia calyculata,
Tofieldia nuda,
Tofieldia okuboi,
Tofieldia pusilla,
Tofieldia glabra,
Tofieldia himalaica,
Tofieldia hybrida,
Tofieldia furusei,
Species in the Tofieldiaceae family
Harperocallis flava,
Harperocallis paniculata,
Harperocallis duidae,
Harperocallis falcata,
Harperocallis longiflora,
Harperocallis neblinae,
Harperocallis penduliflora,
Harperocallis robustior,
Harperocallis schomburgkiana,
Harperocallis sessiliflora,
Harperocallis sipapoensis,
Pleea tenuifolia,
Tofieldia cernua,
Tofieldia yoshiiana,
Tofieldia thibetica,
Tofieldia coccinea,
Tofieldia divergens,
Tofieldia calyculata,
Tofieldia nuda,
Tofieldia okuboi,
Tofieldia pusilla,
Tofieldia glabra,
Tofieldia himalaica,
Tofieldia hybrida,
Tofieldia furusei,
Triantha racemosa,
Triantha occidentalis,
Triantha japonica,
Triantha glutinosa,