Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grassensis
ID:
74867

Status:
valid

Authors:
Briq. & Cavill.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Fl. Alpes Marit. 7: 61. 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074196



Common Names

  • Carduus grassensis
  • Grassland Thistle
  • Grassland Carduus


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Description

Carduus grassensis (also called Field Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures, and is characterized by its spiny stem and leaves and its yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus grassensis is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers and is drought tolerant. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carduus grassensis is white to pinkish-purple in color and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings are small, with a single basal leaf and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus grassensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a variety of climates, but is best suited for temperate climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Carduus grassensis

Carduus grassensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Carduus grassensis FAQ

What type of plant is Carduus grassensis?

Carduus grassensis is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.

Where is Carduus grassensis found?

Carduus grassensis is found in the western United States and northern Mexico.

What are the characteristics of Carduus grassensis?

Carduus grassensis is an herbaceous perennial plant with yellow flowers and hairy leaves.

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-30927: Based on the initial data import
John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.
François Georges Cavillier (1868-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cavill.' in the authors string.