Kinugasa japonica Kinugasaso (Trilliaceae)

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Kinugasa japonica
Kinugasaso
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The Kinugasa japonica plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan. It is a member of the Trilliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Kinugasaso. Some home gardeners know the variety as Trillium japonicum.

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Latin Name:  Kinugasa japonica
Common Name:  Kinugasaso
Family:  Trilliaceae
Author:  (Franch.&Savat.)Tatew.&Suto.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Humus-rich soils in woodlands, N. Japan[58, 200].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a deep well-drained woodland or humus-rich soil in a somewhat shady position that remains moist in the summer[1, 42]. Prefers a neutral to slightly acid soil[200]. Grows well in open woodland[1]. Succeeds in a sunny position if the soil does not dry out[42]. This species is not hardy in the colder areas of the country, it tolerates temperatures down to between -5 and -10°c[200]. Any transplanting is best done whilst the plants are in flower[200]. Plants can flower in two years from seed[138].

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