Dipsacus japonicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japonicus
ID:
651700
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Verslagen Meded. Afd. Natuurk. Kon. Akad. Wetensch. , ser. 2, 2: 83 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651032
Common Names
- Japanese Teasel
- Garden Teasel
- Common Teasel
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- Dipsacus gmelinii Maxim. [unknown]
Description
Dipsacus japonicus (also called Japanese Teasel, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to Japan, and is usually found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has a stout stem and its leaves are lanceolate in shape.
Uses & Benefits
Dipsacus japonicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dipsacus japonicus 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 japonicus is a hardy perennial plant that is native to Japan. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Dipsacus japonicus
Dipsacus japonicus is native to Japan and can be found in the mountains of Honshu and Kyushu.
Dipsacus japonicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dipsacus japonicus?
Dipsacus japonicus
What is the common name of Dipsacus japonicus?
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What is the natural habitat of Dipsacus japonicus?
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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-2771866: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.