Japanese Nipplewort

Lapsanastrum apogonoides

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Lapsanastrum
Species:
Lapsanastrum apogonoides

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
20 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Native Range

China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
good drainage preferred
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
thrives in nutrient-rich environments