Japanese meadowsweet (Spiraea japonica)
Japanese meadowsweet, also known as Japanese Spirea, Japanese Meadowsweet
Japanese meadowsweet can become problematic due to its rapid spread, forming dense thickets that can overshadow native vegetation. Originally from Japan, Korea, and China, it was brought to other regions for its appealing flowers. It's crucial to manage it carefully to prevent it from becoming invasive and disrupting local plant communities.
Key Facts About Japanese meadowsweet
Attributes of Japanese meadowsweet
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Height
1 m to 1.5 m
Spread
1.5 m to 2 m
Leaf Color
Green Yellow
Flower Size
4 mm to 7 mm
Flower Color
Pink White Red
Scientific Classification of Japanese meadowsweet
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Roses, elms, figs, and allies
Family
Rose
Genus
Spirea
Species
Japanese meadowsweet