Carduus asturicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asturicus
ID:
130549
Status:
valid
Authors:
Franco
Source:
gcc
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 71(1): 49 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129878
Common Names
- Asturicus Carduus
- Asturian Thistle
- Asturian Plume Thistle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Carduus asturicus (also called Asturian Thistle, among many other common names) is an herb native to Europe. It typically grows up to 1 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Carduus asturicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Carduus asturicus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, spiny leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Carduus asturicus is a perennial herb native to Spain. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take cuttings from semi-hardwood stems and root them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Carduus asturicus
Carduus asturicus is native to Spain and can be found in the wild in the provinces of Asturias, Cantabria, and Galicia.
Carduus asturicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carduus asturicus?
Carduus asturicus
What is the optimal temperature for Carduus asturicus?
The optimal temperature for Carduus asturicus is between 65-75°F
What is the optimal soil pH for Carduus asturicus?
The optimal soil pH for Carduus asturicus is between 6.0-7.5
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-90798: Based on the initial data import
João Manuel Antonio do Amaral Franco (1921-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franco' in the authors string.