Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acanthoides
ID:
115027

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 821 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114356



Common Names

  • Carduus Acanthoides
  • Acanthoides's Plume Thistle
  • Acanthoides's Carduus


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Synonyms

  • Carduus crispus litiginosus Gren. & Godr. [unknown]
  • Carduus crispus Huds. [unknown]
  • Carduus medius martrinii (Martrin-Donos) Kazmi [unknown]
  • Polyacantha acanthoides Hill [unknown]
  • Carduus acanthoides acanthoides [unknown]
  • Carduus velebiticus Borbás [unknown]

Description

Carduus acanthoides (also called spiny plumeless thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a thick, woody stem and lanceolate leaves with a serrated margin. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus acanthoides is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used to treat digestive issues and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carduus acanthoides has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a pointed tip. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus acanthoides is a hardy, evergreen shrub that prefers well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be kept moist until they are rooted. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Carduus acanthoides

Carduus acanthoides is native to Europe and can be found in many countries including France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Carduus acanthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus acanthoides?

Carduus acanthoides

What is the common name of Carduus acanthoides?

Spiny plumeless thistle

What is the natural habitat of Carduus acanthoides?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Carduus genus

Carduus afromontanus, Carduus solteszii, Carduus tenuiflorus, Carduus broteroi, Carduus millefolius, Carduus nawaschini, Carduus volutarioides, Carduus angusticeps, Carduus cephalanthus, Carduus myriacanthus, Carduus weizensis, Carduus getulus, Carduus pumilus, Carduus turocensis, Carduus macracanthus, Carduus affinis, Carduus spachianus, Carduus crispus, Carduus transcaspicus, Carduus fissurae, Carduus martinezii, Carduus rechingerianus, Carduus acanthocephalus, Carduus fasciculiflorus, Carduus chrysacanthus, Carduus kerneri, Carduus cantabricus, Carduus acicularis, Carduus pycnocephalus, Carduus budaianus, Carduus argyroa, Carduus schimperi, Carduus meonanthus, Carduus onopordioides, Carduus lobulatus, Carduus kumaunensis, Carduus bourgaei, Carduus aurosicus, Carduus arvaticus, Carduus modestii, Carduus seminudus, Carduus peisonis, Carduus dahuricus, Carduus ibicensis, Carduus keniensis, Carduus macrocephalus, Carduus membranaceus, Carduus leptocephalus, Carduus leptocladus, Carduus maroccanus,

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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