Lapsana apogonoides
-Inherent characters-
This is the same plant as "Hotoke-no-Za", in "the seven spring herbs". The young shoots are edible. It is usually found in rice fields.
-Scientific name-
Lapsana apogonoides
-Common name-
Lapsana apogonoides
What kind of plant is it?
Japanese names 　 Ko-oni-tabirako,Tabirako
Family 　 Compositae
Origin 　 Japan（except Hokkaido）
Horticultural classification 　 Biennial
Area(s) frequently seen in Japan 　 Honshu,Shikoku,Kyusyu
What color is it?
Flower 　

Leaf 　
When is it most attractive?
Flower or foliage season
Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
　 　
　 　 　 　 　 　 　
What size is it?
Plant height 　 4-10cm
Flower diameter 　 1.2-1.5cm
Inflorescence diameter 　 　
Inflorescence length