Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lidjiangense
ID:
42049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petr. & Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Symb. Sin. 7: 1170 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041378



Common Names

  • Lidjiang Cirsium
  • Lidjiang Thistle
  • Lidjiang Spear Thistle


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Description

Cirsium lidjiangense (also called Lidjiang thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to China and is found in grasslands, meadows, and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium lidjiangense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium lidjiangense is a white or pink thistle with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium lidjiangense is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to China and is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. The seedlings should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Cirsium lidjiangense

Cirsium lidjiangense is found in the temperate regions of China.

Cirsium lidjiangense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium lidjiangense?

Cirsium lidjiangense

What is the common name of Cirsium lidjiangense?

Lijiang Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium lidjiangense?

It is native to China.

Species in the Cirsium genus

Cirsium steirolepis, Cirsium oaxacanum, Cirsium alatum, Cirsium scariosum, Cirsium ganjuense, Cirsium stojanovii, Cirsium tymphaeum, Cirsium maroccanum, Cirsium decussatum, Cirsium mairei, Cirsium aggregatum, Cirsium brevistylum, Cirsium wakasugianum, Cirsium echinatum, Cirsium obvallatum, Cirsium bertolonii, Cirsium borealinipponense, Cirsium bipontinum, Cirsium vinaceum, Cirsium carolinianum, Cirsium uliginosum, Cirsium suffultum, Cirsium crassum, Cirsium naikurense, Cirsium sairamense, Cirsium lappoides, Cirsium komarovii, Cirsium roseolum, Cirsium vlassovianum, Cirsium elbrusense, Cirsium helenioides, Cirsium suzukaense, Cirsium horridulum, Cirsium skutchii, Cirsium jaliscoense, Cirsium schelkownikowii, Cirsium masami-saitoanum, Cirsium amani, Cirsium brevifolium, Cirsium cymosum, Cirsium arvense, Cirsium muticum, Cirsium perplexans, Cirsium pseudosuffultum, Cirsium canescens, Cirsium macrobotrys, Cirsium karduchorum, Cirsium odontolepis, Cirsium mcvaughii, Cirsium lineare,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-140013: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.
Franz Petrak (1886-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petr.' in the authors string.