Tricyrtis macranthopsis

Flower name
Tricyrtis macranthopsis
Scientific name
Tricyrtis macranthopsis
Aliasjourrowhototoggis, 上臈杜鵑草, 紀伊上臈杜鵑草
Place of originKii Peninsula in Mie, Wakayama and Nara prefectures
Place of floweringFields and footpaths, Botanical Gardens, Potted flower
Flowering seasonAugust, September, October
Language of flowersI want to hear your voice

What is Tricyrtis macranthopsis

Tricyrtis macranthopsis or Kii-jorohototogisu (Tricyrtis macranthopsis), endemic to the Kii Peninsula in Mie, Wakayama and Nara prefectures, is a perennial herb in the family Liliaceae and genus Tricyrtis. It grows wild on moist rocks and cliffs in mountain valleys. The stems arch and droop, and from August to October, one or two bright yellow, 5 cm long, bell-shaped flowers bloom in the leaf axils. The petals are thick and shiny with reddish-purple spots on the inside. Endangered species II (VU)

This species is similar to the Tricyrtis macrantha (scientific name: Tricyrtis macrantha) and was initially thought to be the same species, but is now considered a separate species because it differs in the following respects

Characteristics of Tricyrtis macrantha
*Leaf bases deeply embrace the stem.
*Stem hairless
*Leaves shiny and narrow.
*The inner surface of the petiole has different spots.
*Flowering season: August to October

Common name: Tricyrtis macranthopsis or Kii johorohotogisu (scientific name: Tricyrtis macranthopsis), Origin: Kii Peninsula (Mie, Wakayama, Nara Prefectures), Environment: moist rocky areas and cliffs in mountain valleys, Height: 40-80 cm, Phyllotaxis: alternate, Leaf shape: oblong-ovate, Veins: longitudinal, Dioecious, Flower shape: bell-shaped, Flower length: 4-5 cm, Flower color (flower coat color): yellow (front), reddish purple spots (back), Flowering season: August to October, Fruit type: capsule, Notes: Endangered category II (VU).