Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Koidz. ex Kadota & S.Umezawa
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci., Tokyo, B. 39(3): 108 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338581
Common Names
- Cirsium yezoalpinum
- Yezoalpinum Cirsium
- Alpine Thistle
Description
Cirsium yezoalpinum (also called 'Yezo Alpine Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the temperate regions of Asia. It is characterized by its spiny leaves and white flowers with yellow and purple stripes. It grows in open, sunny areas, such as meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Cirsium yezoalpinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cirsium yezoalpinum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cirsium yezoalpinum is a perennial plant that is easily propagated by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Cirsium yezoalpinum
Cirsium yezoalpinum can be found in the temperate forests of Japan.
Cirsium yezoalpinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cirsium yezoalpinum?
Cirsium yezoalpinum
What is the common name of Cirsium yezoalpinum?
Yezo Thistle
Where is Cirsium yezoalpinum found?
Cirsium yezoalpinum 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,
References
Shun Umezawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Umezawa' in the authors string.