Cirsium pendulum

Cirsium pendulum, commonly known as Amur thistle, is a biennial plant native to regions including Amur, Buryatiya, and various parts of China. This thistle thrives in moist environments with light soil types—both sandy and clay—and requires full sun for optimal growth. Standing up to 1.8 meters tall, it is notable for its edible leaves and roots, making it a valuable resource in local cuisine. Its native range extends across Amur, Buryatiya, China North-Central, South-Central, and Southeast regions, as well as areas like Chita, Inner Mongolia, Irkutsk, Japan, Khabarovsk, Korea, Manchuria, and Mongolia.