Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japonica
ID:
516817

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 22: 241 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000516149

Common Names

  • Japanese Achudemia
  • Japanese Achudemias
  • Japanese Achudemia

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Synonyms

  • Nanocnide closii H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Pilea oligantha Nakai [unknown]
  • Achudemia insignis Migo [unknown]
  • Pilea japonica (Maxim.) Hand.-Mazz. [valid]
  • Pilea japonica major Hatus. [unknown]

Description

Achudemia japonica (also called Japanese beak-rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan. It has bright green, linear-shaped leaves and produces small white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Uses & Benefits

Achudemia japonica is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its showy flowers and its ability to thrive in moist, shady areas. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Achudemia japonica is a small, white, star-shaped flower. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achudemia japonica can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plant divisions should be replanted immediately and kept moist.

Where to Find Achudemia japonica

Achudemia japonica can be found in wet places such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows in Japan.

Achudemia japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achudemia japonica?

Achudemia japonica

What is the family of Achudemia japonica?

Cyperaceae

What is the habitat of Achudemia japonica?

Wetlands, marshes, and swamps

Species in the Achudemia genus

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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