Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chevallieri
ID:
115885

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barratte ex Chevall.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Mem. Herb. Boiss. 7: 9.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115214



Common Names

  • Chevallieri Thistle
  • Carduus chevallieri
  • Chevallieri Plume Thistle


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Description

Carduus chevallieri (also called Chevallier's Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with a single flower head. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Brachythecium longidens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carduus chevallieri is yellow with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a light green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus chevallieri is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Carduus chevallieri

Carduus chevallieri is native to the Mediterranean region.

Carduus chevallieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus chevallieri?

Carduus chevallieri

What is the common name of Carduus chevallieri?

Chevallier's Thistle

What is the habitat of Carduus chevallieri?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes and disturbed areas

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-76681: Based on the initial data import
François Fulgis Chevallier (1796-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chevall.' in the authors string.
Gustave Barratte (1857-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barratte' in the authors string.