Petasites japonicus aka Japanese Butterbur
Taxonomy ID: 6560
Petasites japonicus, also known as butterbur, giant butterbur, great butterbur, and sweet-coltsfoot, is an herbaceous perennial plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to China, Japan, Korea, and Sakhalin and has been introduced in Europe and North America. The Ainu people refer to the previous inhabitants of Ezo as the Korpokkur or "people who dwelt below ground," and they are popularly associated with fuki leaves in art and mythology. Occasionally, morphologically hermaphroditic (but functionally sterile) flowers exist. Bog Rhubarb, a super rare houseplant, is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. It belongs to the Petasites genus and is native to Korea, China, and Japan. Bog Rhubarb does best in moderate sunlight and should be less than 6 feet from a window.
Common names
Japanese Butterbur, Great Butterbur, ButterburMore information about Japanese Butterbur
How difficult is it to take care of Japanese Butterbur
Japanese Butterbur presents a moderate level of care, which allows plant enthusiasts with some experience to expand their skills and knowledge.
What is the region of origin of Japanese Butterbur
Japanese Butterbur’s native range is E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea. Naturalized in Britain.
What are the water needs for Japanese Butterbur
Japanese Butterbur should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Is Japanese Butterbur toxic to humans/pets?
Ploi does not possess verified information regarding the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event that you, a member of your family, or a pet ingests plant material with an unclear toxicity level, it is highly recommended to seek the advice of a medical professional.
What seasonal care does Japanese Butterbur need?
During the wintertime, it's common for Japanese Butterbur to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more.
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