Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acicularis
ID:
23527

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bertol.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Ann. Storia Nat. 1: 274 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022856



Common Names

  • Carduus acicularis
  • Needle Thistle
  • Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Carduus esdraelonicus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Carduus rugulosus Guss. [unknown]
  • Carduus neglectus Ten. [unknown]
  • Carduus bicolor Vis. [unknown]
  • Carduus argentatus acicularis (Bertol.) Meikle [unknown]

Description

Carduus acicularis (also called needle thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single purple flower head on a tall stem. It is native to Europe and Asia and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus acicularis is an annual herb that is commonly used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and small purple flowers. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carduus acicularis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings have a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus acicularis is a biennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It is easily propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take several weeks to establish. It is also susceptible to fungal diseases, so it is important to keep the soil moist and well-drained. It can be propagated by cuttings in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Carduus acicularis

Carduus acicularis is found in the temperate grasslands of Europe, from the British Isles to the Caucasus.

Carduus acicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Madhuca thorelii?

Madhuca thorelii

What is the common name of Madhuca thorelii?

Thorelii Mahua

What is the natural habitat of Madhuca thorelii?

Tropical and subtropical forests of India and Southeast Asia

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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