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Katakuri, scientifically known as Erythronium japonicum, is a small, delicate bulbous plant native to Japan, Korea, the Kuril Islands, Manchuria, and Sakhalin. Katakuri (Latin: Erythronium japonicum, family Liliaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Katakuri is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Katakuri is a member of the Liliaceae family native to JAP, KOR, KUR, CHM, and SAK. Katakuri prefers partial sun to shade and thrives in moist, light to medium soil.
Katakuri grows best in partial sun/shade light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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