Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nipponicum
ID:
77766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Makino

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 19: 155 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077095



Common Names

  • Cirsium nipponicum
  • Japanese Thistle
  • Nippon Thistle


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Description

Cirsium nipponicum (also called 'Japanese thistle', 'Japanese thistle', 'Japanese thistle' among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Japan. It has a basal rosette of leaves and purple flower heads. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium nipponicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat colds, coughs, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cirsium nipponicum var. shikokianum (Kitam.) Ohwi
Cirsium nipponicum var. yoshinoi (Nakai) Kitam. ex Kitam. & Murata
Cirsium nipponicum var. incomptum (Maxim.) Kadota
Cirsium nipponicum var. incomptum (Maxim.) Kitam. ex Ohwi
Cirsium nipponicum var. shiroumense Kadota
Cirsium nipponicum var. sadoense T.Yamaz.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium nipponicum is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium nipponicum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Japan. It can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in spring or autumn. For division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist but well-draining soil.

Where to Find Cirsium nipponicum

Cirsium nipponicum is native to Japan and can be found in open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Cirsium nipponicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium nipponicum?

Cirsium nipponicum

What are the common names of Cirsium nipponicum?

Japanese Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium nipponicum?

Cirsium nipponicum is native to Japan and is found in grasslands and meadows

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-33732: Based on the initial data import
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.