Re:American Hops


>Hi All,
>
> Have been asked if anyone has a lead on 'American Hop' seeds. I belive
>they refer to them as American as opposed to European hops. I'm afraid
>They did not give the botanical name.
>Any help would appreciated. Thanks
>
>Gary
>___________________________________________________________________

There are only 2 species of true hops:

Humulus lupulus, Common or European Hops - a perennial, and

Humulus japonicus, Japanese Hops - an annual

H. lupulus is usually available as root cuttings while H. japonicus  can be
found as seed in many catalogs.

Don Martinson
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin (Milwaukee suburb)
USDA Zone 5 (-10 to -20F)
Heat Zone #4


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