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Ajuga japonica
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Lamiales
Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Ajuga
Species:
A. japonica
Binomial name
Ajuga japonica
Synonyms[1]
  • Ajuga grossidentata Lour.
  • Ajuga grossiserrata Willd.
  • Bulga japonica Wall.

Ajuga japonica is a herbaceous flowering plant native to Japan. The species grows as a groundcover on the forest floor, usually near streams. It is often found in large clusters, due to its spreading and seeding habit. It grows along the ground by stolons, and is usually 8-20 cm (3-8 in) high, including the flowers. It flowers between late April and late May.[2]

Description

The light purple flowers of A. japonica are tubular and lip-shaped, being 2–5 cm (0.79–1.97 in) long. These flowers grow from the tips of the flower stems. The pinnate, heart-shaped leaves have serrated margins and are 2–5 cm (0.79–1.97 in) long. They are situated opposite on the stem.[2]

  • leaf
    leaf
  • flower
    flower

References

  1. ^ "Ajuga japonica Miq". The Plant List. 2013. Retrieved 19 August 2018.
  2. ^ a b "Ajuga japonica". Treasures of Mt. Takao. Takao 599 Museum. 2014. Retrieved 19 August 2018.
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