Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Japanese Thimbleflower |
| Also Known As | Japanese Anemone |
| Scientific Name | Eriocapitella hybrida |
| MainColor | White |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | September (Aug - Oct) |
| ImageUrl | Eriocapitella-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Hemel Hempstead |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 13 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | B |
Flower Details
Description
Eriocapitella hybrida is a perennial plant known for its elegant, cup-shaped flowers that bloom in late summer to autumn. The flowers are typically pink or white with a yellow centre, and the plant has deeply lobed, dark green leaves. It can grow up to 1.5 metres tall and is often used in garden borders.
Distribution
This species is native to China but has been widely cultivated and naturalised in temperate regions worldwide, including Europe and North America.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - the plant is not suitable for consumption and may cause irritation if ingested.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Mildly Toxic - contact with the sap may cause skin irritation, and ingestion can lead to stomach upset.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion may cause vomiting, diarrhoea, and drooling.
Active Compounds
Protoanemonin, anemonin, ranunculin.