Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malyi
ID:
122241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 35(2): 227 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121570



Common Names

  • Maly's Thistle
  • Carduus malyi
  • Maly's Plume Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Carduus illyricus K.Malý [unknown]

Description

Carduus malyi (also called Maly's Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in grassy and dry habitats, and has a spiny, branched habit. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are purple.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus malyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a natural dye and has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carduus malyi is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed of Carduus malyi is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Carduus malyi are small, green, and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus malyi is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Carduus malyi

Carduus malyi is native to Europe and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Carduus malyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus malyi?

Carduus malyi

What type of plant is Carduus malyi?

A perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Carduus malyi?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-82788: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.