Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chikushiense
ID:
42676

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koidz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 33: 115 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042005

Common Names

  • Cirsium
  • Chikushi Thistle
  • Chikushi Cirsium

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Synonyms

  • Cirsium chikushiense chikushiense [unknown]

Description

Cirsium chikushiense (also called Chikushi Thistle, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial that is native to Japan. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has small, white flowers. It is found in moist, open areas and can tolerate high temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium chikushiense is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium chikushiense is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disc. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium chikushiense is a small perennial, usually growing up to 1m in height. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seeds should be kept moist and in a bright, indirect light. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location. Division should be done in the spring or fall, when the plant is actively growing. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. The divisions should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly. Once the divisions have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location.

Where to Find Cirsium chikushiense

Cirsium chikushiense is native to Japan. It can be found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and savannas.

Cirsium chikushiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium chikushiense?

Cirsium chikushiense

What is the common name of Cirsium chikushiense?

Chikushi Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium chikushiense?

Mountain slopes and meadows

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