Status:
valid
Authors:
Kadota
Source:
gcc
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Bull. Natl. Sci. Mus. Tokyo, B 31(1): 42 (-46; figs. 5-7) (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078487
Common Names
- Ashinokura Cirsium
- Ashinokura's Cirsium
- Ashinokura Cirsium Thistle
Description
Cirsium ashinokuraense (also called Ashinokura Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan. It has a thick, woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It has pink, thistle-like flowers and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Cirsium ashinokuraense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cirsium ashinokuraense has yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cirsium ashinokuraense is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in late summer.
Where to Find Cirsium ashinokuraense
Cirsium ashinokuraense is native to Japan.
Cirsium ashinokuraense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cirsium ashinokuraense?
Cirsium ashinokuraense
What is the common name of Cirsium ashinokuraense?
Ashinokura Thistle
Where is Cirsium ashinokuraense found?
Cirsium ashinokuraense 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,