Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jainii
ID:
94093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chandrab., V.Chandras. & N.C.Nair

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 81(1): 149 (1984) (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093422

Common Names

  • Jain's Milk Thistle
  • Indian Milk Thistle
  • Indian Sow Thistle

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Description

Sonchus jainii (also called Jain's Sow-thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to India and is found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus jainii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sonchus jainii has yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus jainii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water the plant regularly and fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Sonchus jainii

Sonchus jainii is native to India and can be found in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands, and riverbanks.

Sonchus jainii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus jainii?

Sonchus jainii

What is the common name of Sonchus jainii?

Jain's sowthistle

Where does Sonchus jainii grow?

Sonchus jainii is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

Species in the Sonchus genus

Sonchus erzincanicus, Sonchus masguindalii, Sonchus yendoi, Sonchus macrocarpus, Sonchus canariensis, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus capillaris, Sonchus bourgeaui, Sonchus suberosus, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus esperanzae, Sonchus stenophyllus, Sonchus acaulis, Sonchus wildpretii, Sonchus rokosensis, Sonchus hydrophilus, Sonchus hierrensis, Sonchus afromontanus, Sonchus denticulato-lanceolata, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus nanus, Sonchus daltonii, Sonchus schweinfurthii, Sonchus obtusilobus, Sonchus gomerensis, Sonchus brachyotus, Sonchus pinnatifidus, Sonchus sventenii, Sonchus sosnowskyi, Sonchus congestus, Sonchus cavanillesii, Sonchus pendulus, Sonchus asper, Sonchus melanolepis, Sonchus lidii, Sonchus crassifolius, Sonchus tectifolius, Sonchus maritimus, Sonchus denticulato-platyphylla, Sonchus microcarpus, Sonchus heterophyllus, Sonchus pustulatus, Sonchus glaucescens, Sonchus fauces-orci, Sonchus tenerrimus, Sonchus dregeanus, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus hotha, Sonchus novae-zelandiae, Sonchus rotundilobus,

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-49642: Based on the initial data import
Veerichetty Chandrasekaran (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Chandras.' in the authors string.
Marimuthu Chandrabose (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chandrab.' in the authors string.