Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
defloratus
ID:
135098

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 2: 1200 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134427



Common Names

  • Defloratus Daisy
  • Carduus Daisy
  • Defloratus Carduus


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Synonyms

  • Carduus defloratus viridis (A.Kern.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Carduus spinulosus spinulosus [unknown]
  • Carduus defloratus defloratus [unknown]
  • Carduus defloratus spinulosus (Bertol.) Nyman [unknown]

Description

Carduus defloratus (also called Deflorate Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, disturbed areas. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus defloratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal herb, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carduus defloratus sub. summanus (Pollini) Arcang.
Carduus defloratus sub. medius (Gouan) Bonnier
Carduus defloratus sub. defloratus
Carduus defloratus sub. glaucus (Baumg.) Nyman
Carduus defloratus sub. rhaeticus (DC.) Murr
Carduus defloratus sub. argemone (Lam.) Ces.
Carduus defloratus sub. argemone (Pourr. ex Lam.) O.Bolòs & Vigo
Carduus defloratus sub. paui (Devesa & Talavera) O.Bolòs & Vigo
Carduus defloratus sub. carlinifolius (Lam.) Ces.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carduus defloratus is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus defloratus is an annual that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Carduus defloratus

Carduus defloratus can be found in the Mediterranean region, in open fields and along roadsides.

Carduus defloratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus defloratus?

Carduus defloratus

What is the common name of Carduus defloratus?

Deflowered thistle

Where is Carduus defloratus native to?

Europe

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