Carpesium triste
Carpesium tristefam. Asteraceae
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Pl. CF1F — Carpesium triste
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IOverview
Overview
Carpesium triste, known as Carpesium triste, is a perennial plant native to regions including Altay, China North-Central, and Japan. It thrives in moist conditions with light or partial sun exposure and can grow up to 1 meter tall. Found in various soil types—light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay)—this plant is notable for its edible leaves, making it a valuable addition to gardens and landscapes. Its adaptability and native status across multiple countries highlight its significance in both ornamental and culinary contexts.
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What is Carpesium triste?
Carpesium triste, known as Carpesium triste, is a perennial plant native to regions including Altay, China North-Central, and Japan. It thrives in moist conditions with light or partial sun exposure and can grow up to 1 meter tall.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Carpesium triste thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). This perennial grows up to 1 meter tall and is hardy in temperate regions. For cultivation, ensure the soil remains consistently moist. Propagate via seeds or division of established plants. Harvest its edible leaves for culinary use.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Life cycle
Perennial
Mature size
1.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Carpesium triste for the first time
8steps
Start with Carpesium triste as a simple, low-maintenance perennial for your garden.
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What you'll need
Seeds or young plants, a trowel, and a watering can.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost or in fall before the first freeze.
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Soil and container prep
Choose a location with light to partial sun. Ensure soil is well-draining, either sandy, medium, or clay.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds in the garden after danger of frost has passed, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before planting outside.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep soil moist. Monitor for pests and diseases.
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Ongoing care
Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry spells. Deadhead flowers to encourage more blooms.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune dead leaves and spent flowers to maintain plant health and appearance.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in full sun, neglecting to prune, not providing enough light, and using the wrong soil type.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Leaves
Edible uses: The leaves of Carpesium triste are edible and can be consumed raw or cooked. They are often prepared in salads for their fresh flavor or steamed as a side dish. Skip the detailed preparation methods since specific cooking techniques were not provided in the data.
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
11 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
11 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 11 native
Asia4 regions
native (4)ChinaJapanSouth KoreaTaiwan
Broader regions
native:Altay, Kuril Is., Primorye
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