Cirsium nipponicum
At a glance
- Lifecycle
- Perennial (hardy)
- Exposure
- Full sun
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. Plants are likely to tolerate maritime exposure[K]. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. An easily grown plant, succeeding in any ordinary garden soil in a sunny position.
Propagation
Seed - sow early spring or autumn in situ. Germination usually takes place within 2 - 8 weeks at 20°c. Division in spring or autumn.
Edible uses
Young plant - cooked.
Medicinal uses
Diaphoretic, vulnerary.
Material uses
The seed of all species of thistles yields a good oil by expression. No details of potential yields etc are given[K].
Habitat
In sunny grasslands and along the margin of temperate forests; 100--1600 m
Native range
E. Asia - central and southern Japan.