Cirsium oligophyllum
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A herb. It is a thistle. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 1 m tall.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows between 20-1,200 m above sea level. It can grow in a range of soils and with a range of acidities. It needs a sunny location. It is best in a moist soil.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Japan
How it is used for food
The young leaves are eaten cooked. They are added to soups or fried. The roots are scraped and preserved in miso. The flower heads are fried or used in salads.
Edible parts
Leaves, roots, flowers
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seeds. Seeds take 2-8 weeks to germinate at 20°C. Plants can also be grown by division.