Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
numidicus
ID:
119275

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss. & Durieu

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Explor. Pl. Alger. t. 49.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118604



Common Names

  • Numidian Thistle
  • Carduus Thistle
  • Numidian Carduus


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Description

Carduus numidicus (also called African thistle, among many other common names) is a species of thistle that is native to North Africa and parts of the Middle East. It is an annual or biennial herb that grows up to 1.5 meters tall and has spiny leaves and stems. It grows in dry and rocky habitats, such as hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus numidicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carduus numidicus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and somewhat flattened. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus numidicus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North Africa. It can be grown from seed or cuttings and prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation is best done in spring or summer by taking cuttings from the tips of the stems. The cuttings should be planted in a sandy soil mix and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Carduus numidicus

Carduus numidicus is native to North Africa and can be found in the wild in Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia.

Carduus numidicus FAQ

What is the common name of Carduus numidicus?

The common name of Carduus numidicus is Numidian thistle.

What is the scientific name of Numidian thistle?

The scientific name of Numidian thistle is Carduus numidicus.

What is the natural habitat of Carduus numidicus?

Carduus numidicus is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

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

Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Michel Charles Durieu de Maisonneuve (1796-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Durieu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:188886-1: Based on the initial data import