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Hosta capitata

Hosta capitata (Koidz.) Nakai
Hosta capitata
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Hosta capitata is a perennial flowering plant species in the genus Hosta, belonging to the Asparagaceae family. It is native to central and southern Japan and South Korea. The species was first described in 1930 by Nakai, with the original name attributed to Koidz.

Description

Hosta capitata is a member of the Asparagaceae family and is found in the wild in Japan and Korea. This perennial plant is part of the Hosta genus, which is known for its ornamental foliage and flowers. The species was formally published in 1930 under the authorship of Nakai, based on earlier work by Koidz. It is one of several Hosta species native to East Asia.

Distribution

Japan · Korea

Synonyms

Hosta nakaianaHosta caerulea var. capitata

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