Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nishiokae
ID:
69917

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kitam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 23: 75 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069246



Common Names

  • Cirsium nishiokae
  • Nishiokae Thistle
  • Nishiokae Cirsium


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Description

Cirsium nishiokae (also called Nishioka's thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It has white flowers and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium nishiokae is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and produces white flowers. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and to help control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium nishiokae is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium nishiokae is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in the spring and cover lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10-15 cm apart when they are about 5 cm tall. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems in the spring and root them in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Cirsium nishiokae

Cirsium nishiokae is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Cirsium nishiokae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium nishiokae?

Cirsium nishiokae

What is the common name of Cirsium nishiokae?

Nishioka's thistle

Where is Cirsium nishiokae found?

Cirsium nishiokae is found in Japan.

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-26078: Based on the initial data import
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.