Dipsacus chinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chinensis
ID:
651673
Status:
valid
Authors:
Batalin
Source:
cmp
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada 13: 377 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651005
Common Names
- Chinese Dipsacus
- Chinese Teasel
- Chinese Dipsacus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dipsacus chinensis (also called Chinese Teasel, among many other common names) is a biennial herb native to China. It has spiny, dark-green leaves and its flowers are purple and tubular. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dipsacus chinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dipsacus chinensis is a white to pale pink color and is bell-shaped. The seeds are small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dipsacus chinensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry periods. It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Dipsacus chinensis
Dipsacus chinensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Dipsacus chinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dipsacus chinensis?
Dipsacus chinensis
What is the common name of Dipsacus chinensis?
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What is the natural habitat of Dipsacus chinensis?
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Species in the Dipsacus genus
Dipsacus valsecchii, Dipsacus asperoides, Dipsacus atratus, Dipsacus cephalarioides, Dipsacus chinensis, Dipsacus comosus, Dipsacus dipsacoides, Dipsacus ferox, Dipsacus fullonum, Dipsacus gmelinii, Dipsacus inermis, Dipsacus japonicus, Dipsacus laciniatus, Dipsacus leschenaultii, Dipsacus narcisseanus, Dipsacus pilosus, Dipsacus pinnatifidus, Dipsacus pseudosylvestris, Dipsacus sativus, Dipsacus strigosus, Dipsacus walkeri, Dipsacus xinjiangensis, Dipsacus lijiangensis,
Species in the Caprifoliaceae family
Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2771841: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Theodorowicz Batalin (1847-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Batalin' in the authors string.