Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
collinus
ID:
138811

Status:
valid

Authors:
Waldst. & Kit.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Descr. Icon. Pl. Hung. 3: 257, t. 232 (1806-1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138140



Common Names

  • Carduus collinus
  • Plumeless Thistle
  • Nodding Thistle


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Description

Carduus collinus (also called Prickly Plumeless Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a single, erect stem and its leaves are deeply lobed. It is found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus collinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carduus collinus sub. collinus
Carduus collinus sub. cylindricus (Borbás) Soó

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carduus collinus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus collinus is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by division or seed.

Where to Find Carduus collinus

Carduus collinus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is often found on hillsides and in open woodlands.

Carduus collinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus collinus?

Carduus collinus

What are the common names of Carduus collinus?

Collin's Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Carduus collinus?

It is native to Greece and is found in alpine meadows, rocky slopes, and grasslands

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-98796: Based on the initial data import
Franz de Paula Adam von Waldstein (1759-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Waldst.' in the authors string.
Pál Kitaibel (1757-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit.' in the authors string.