Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anomalum
ID:
116738

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 307 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116067



Common Names

  • Arctium
  • Burdock
  • Great Burdock


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Description

Arctium anomalum (also called 'Burdock', among many other common names) is a biennial plant that can grow to a height of 1.5 meters. It is native to Europe and Asia, and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arctium anomalum is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arctium anomalum is a single, white-pink, thistle-like flower head with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a white-gray pappus. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctium anomalum is a biennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seeds. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months. Feed with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Arctium anomalum

Arctium anomalum can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Arctium anomalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arctium anomalum?

Arctium anomalum

What is the natural habitat of Arctium anomalum?

It is native to Europe and Asia.

What are the uses of Arctium anomalum?

It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source for livestock.

Species in the Arctium genus

Arctium minus, Arctium lappaceum, Arctium nemorosum, Arctium pentacanthum, Arctium dualis, Arctium palladini, Arctium semiconstrictum, Arctium tomentellum, Arctium leiospermum, Arctium neumani, Arctium arctiodes, Arctium umbrosum, Arctium ambiguum, Arctium karatavicum, Arctium schmalhausenii, Arctium aureum, Arctium maassii, Arctium sardaimionense, Arctium minus, Arctium mixtum, Arctium atlanticum, Arctium lappa, Arctium leiobardanum, Arctium radula, Arctium elatum, Arctium anomalum, Arctium pseudarctium, Arctium amplissimum, Arctium tomentosum, Arctium korolkowii, Arctium triflorum, Arctium pallidivirens, Arctium chloranthum, Arctium haesitabundum, Arctium refractum, Arctium echinopifolium, Arctium evidens, Arctium abolinii, Arctium dolichophyllum, Arctium egregium, Arctium fedtschenkoanum, Arctium korshinskyi, Arctium macilentum, Arctium pterolepidum, Arctium ugamense, Arctium alberti, Arctium horrescens, Arctium pentacanthoides, Arctium vavilovii, Arctium nidulans,

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,

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