Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bourgaeanus
ID:
81793

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Pugill. Pl. Afr. Bor. Hispan. : 62 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081122



Common Names

  • Carduus
  • Plumeless Thistle
  • Bourgae's Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Carduus myriacanthus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Carduus bourgaeanus bourgaeanus [unknown]
  • Carduus bourgaeanus bourgaeanus [unknown]

Description

Carduus bourgaeanus (also called Bourg's Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb native to Europe. It grows up to 1.5 meters tall and has deeply-lobed leaves with a silvery-green hue. It produces bright, purple flowers with spiny bracts. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus bourgaeanus is used for its medicinal properties, as well as for its oil. It is also used as a food source and as an ornamental plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carduus bourgaeanus is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus bourgaeanus is a perennial that is best grown in full sun. It is best propagated from seed sown in spring, or from cuttings taken in late summer. It can also be propagated from division in spring.

Where to Find Carduus bourgaeanus

Carduus bourgaeanus is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Carduus bourgaeanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus bourgaeanus?

Carduus bourgaeanus

What is the family of Carduus bourgaeanus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Carduus bourgaeanus?

Bourgae's Thistle

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-37677: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.