Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nikoensis
ID:
127031

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
gcc

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 44: 23 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126360



Common Names

  • Ixeris nikoensis
  • Nikko Woodland Ixeris
  • Nikko Woodland Aster


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Synonyms

  • Ixeris dentata nikoensis (Nakai) Kitam. [unknown]
  • Lactuca nikoensis (Nakai) Makino & Nemoto [unknown]

Description

Ixeris nikoensis (also called Nikko Chickweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Japan, Korea, and China. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ixeris nikoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ixeris nikoensis is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixeris nikoensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Ixeris nikoensis

Ixeris nikoensis can be found in the mountains of Japan, including the Kii Peninsula and the Chugoku Mountains.

Ixeris nikoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixeris nikoensis?

Ixeris nikoensis

What type of plant is Ixeris nikoensis?

Herb

Where is Ixeris nikoensis found?

Eastern Asia

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-87393: Based on the initial data import
Takenoshin Nakai (1882-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nakai' in the authors string.