Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yatsu-alpicola
ID:
32304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kadota & Y.Amano

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Bull. Natl. Sci. Mus. Tokyo, B 17(3): 136 (1991) (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031633

Common Names

  • Yatsu-Alpicola Cirsium
  • Cirsium
  • Yatsu-Alpicola Thistle

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Synonyms

  • Cirsium yatsugatakense Nakai [unknown]
  • Cirsium nipponicum yatsugatakense (Nakai) Kitam. ex Ohwi [unknown]

Description

Cirsium yatsu-alpicola (also called Yatsu-Alpine Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to Japan. It is found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands, and prefers well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium yatsu-alpicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium yatsu-alpicola is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium yatsu-alpicola is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Cirsium yatsu-alpicola

Cirsium yatsu-alpicola is found in Japan.

Cirsium yatsu-alpicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium yatsu-alpicola?

Cirsium yatsu-alpicola

What is the common name of Cirsium yatsu-alpicola?

Yatsu-alpicola Thistle

What is the hardiness zone of Cirsium yatsu-alpicola?

4-8

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-130586: Based on the initial data import
Yuichi Kadota (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kadota' in the authors string.
Yoshihiko Amano: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Amano' in the authors string.