Cirsium nippoicum var. yoshinoi, a
perennial growing to 1-2m in height, inhabits mountain edges or
grasslands in hilly districts. Stems are erect or somewhat
diagonally inclined, branching well at about middle parts to stretch
wide angles. Leaves slightly or deeply cleft in lobes, the tips, and
margins growing to sharp prickles. Flower heads in corymbs bloom
straight or diagonally downwards; the total number of bract columns
is 8 to 9, which is a significant point for identifying this
species. Bloom time: August-October. |