Youngia japonica (Compositae)

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The Youngia japonica plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan Korea. It is a member of the Compositae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Y. thunbergiana. Crepis japonica. Prenanthes japonica. P. multiflora.

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Latin Name:  Youngia japonica
Family:  Compositae
Author:  (L.)DC.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Waste ground, cultivated fields and roadsides all over Japan[58].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in most parts of the country. We do not know the plants cultivation needs.

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