Kerria japonica
Common name
Kerria, Japanese rose, Easter rose
Family
Rosaceae
Flora category
Vascular – Exotic
Structural class
Trees & Shrubs - Dicotyledons
Conservation status
Not applicable
Detailed description
Small ornamental shrub. Many upright 2 m stems emerging directly from the ground. Leaves are serrated, up to 5 cm long, Flowers are simple golden yellow flowers up to 5 cm across.
Flower colours
Yellow
Year naturalised
1991
Origin
China
Etymology
kerria: Named after William Kerr (died 1814), a plant collector of Kew who introduced Kerria japonica.
japonica: Of Japan
Reason For Introduction
Unknown
Life Cycle Comments
Perennial
Reproduction
Can spread by basal suckers and layering.
Tolerances
Does well in moist, well-drained soil in dappled shade.