Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myriacanthus
ID:
8235

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salzm. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
624 1838

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007564



Common Names

  • Carduus Myriacanthus
  • Many-Spined Thistle
  • Many-Spined Carduus


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Synonyms

  • Carduus myriacanthus myriacanthus [unknown]
  • Carduus myriacanthus submyriacanthus Maire [unknown]

Description

Carduus myriacanthus (also called Many-Spined Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It grows in grasslands and along roadsides. It has a basal rosette of leaves and purple flowers with multiple rows of petals.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus myriacanthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carduus myriacanthus has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus myriacanthus is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it is susceptible to frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Carduus myriacanthus

Carduus myriacanthus is native to the Mediterranean region, where it can be found in Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Carduus myriacanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus myriacanthus?

Carduus myriacanthus

What type of plant is Carduus myriacanthus?

It is a thistle

Where is Carduus myriacanthus found?

It is found in 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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Philipp Salzmann (1781-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salzm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:188861-1: Based on the initial data import