Status:
valid
Authors:
Masam.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Mem. Fac. Sci. Taihoku Imp. Univ. 11: 168 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550884
Common Names
- Kumageanum Wild Ginger
- Kumageanum Asarum
- Kumageanum Asarum
Synonyms
- Heterotropa kumageana (Masam.) F.Maek. ex Yahara [unknown]
Description
Asarum kumageanum (also called Kumage Wild Ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan, and found in moist woodlands and along streams. It has heart-shaped leaves and small, dark purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Asarum kumageanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is often used to create ground cover. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asarum kumageanum has small, bell-shaped flowers that are usually violet in color. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asarum kumageanum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Asarum kumageanum
Asarum kumageanum is native to Japan. It can be found in moist, shady forests and along streams.
Asarum kumageanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asarum kumageanum?
Asarum kumageanum
What is the common name of Asarum kumageanum?
Kumagean Wild Ginger
Where is Asarum kumageanum native to?
Japan
Species in the Asarum genus
Asarum costatum,
Asarum dilatatum,
Asarum kinoshitae,
Asarum majale,
Asarum maruyamae,
Asarum megacalyx,
Asarum mikuniense,
Asarum tohokuense,
Asarum arifolium,
Asarum asaroides,
Asarum asperum,
Asarum balansae,
Asarum bashanense,
Asarum blumei,
Asarum campaniflorum,
Asarum canadense,
Asarum cardiophyllum,
Asarum caucasicum,
Asarum caudatum,
Asarum caudigerellum,
Asarum caudigerum,
Asarum caulescens,
Asarum celsum,
Asarum chengkouense,
Asarum chinense,
Asarum contractum,
Asarum cordifolium,
Asarum costatum,
Asarum crassisepalum,
Asarum crassum,
Asarum crispulatum,
Asarum curvistigma,
Asarum debile,
Asarum delavayi,
Asarum dilatatum,
Asarum dissitum,
Asarum epigynum,
Asarum europaeum,
Asarum fauriei,
Asarum forbesii,
Asarum fudsinoi,
Asarum fukienense,
Asarum gelasinum,
Asarum geophilum,
Asarum glabrum,
Asarum gusk,
Asarum hartwegii,
Asarum hatsushimae,
Asarum heterophyllum,
Asarum heterotropoides,
Species in the Aristolochiaceae family
Aristolochia hansenii,
Aristolochia kongkandae,
Aristolochia manantlanensis,
Aristolochia meridionalis,
Aristolochia perangustifolia,
Aristolochia poomae,
Aristolochia yalaensis,
Aristolochia emiliae,
Aristolochia acontophylla,
Aristolochia acuminata,
Aristolochia acutifolia,
Aristolochia albertiana,
Aristolochia albida,
Aristolochia amara,
Aristolochia andina,
Aristolochia anguicida,
Aristolochia angustifolia,
Aristolochia apoloensis,
Aristolochia arborea,
Aristolochia arborescens,
Aristolochia arcuata,
Aristolochia arenicola,
Aristolochia argentina,
Aristolochia asclepiadifolia,
Aristolochia asperifolia,
Aristolochia atropurpurea,
Aristolochia auricularia,
Aristolochia austrochinensis,
Aristolochia austroszechuanica,
Aristolochia austroyunnanensis,
Aristolochia baenzigeri,
Aristolochia baetica,
Aristolochia bahiensis,
Aristolochia balansae,
Aristolochia bambusifolia,
Aristolochia baracoensis,
Aristolochia barbourii,
Aristolochia baseri,
Aristolochia batucensis,
Aristolochia bianorii,
Aristolochia bicolor,
Aristolochia bilabiata,
Aristolochia billardierei,
Aristolochia bilobata,
Aristolochia birostris,
Aristolochia boliviensis,
Aristolochia boosii,
Aristolochia bottae,
Aristolochia bracteolata,
Aristolochia bracteosa,