Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentacanthum
ID:
17843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 308 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017172



Common Names

  • Arctium pentacanthum
  • Five-spined Burdock
  • Five-spined Cocklebur


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Synonyms

  • Cousinia pentacantha Regel & Schmalh. [unknown]

Description

Arctium pentacanthum (also called bur-marigold, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Arctium pentacanthum is used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal herb for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arctium pentacanthum is yellow with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctium pentacanthum is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring, and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a light, well-drained soil. They should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Arctium pentacanthum

Arctium pentacanthum is native to Europe and western Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Arctium pentacanthum FAQ

What type of plant is Arctium pentacanthum?

Arctium pentacanthum is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae.

Where does Arctium pentacanthum grow?

Arctium pentacanthum is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

What is the scientific name for Arctium pentacanthum?

The scientific name for Arctium pentacanthum is Arctium pentacanthum.

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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