Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ramosissimus
ID:
127549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pančić

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Elench. Crna Gora 51. 1875

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126878



Common Names

  • Branching Thistle
  • Forked Thistle
  • Ramose Thistle


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Description

Carduus ramosissimus (also called 'Branching Thistle', 'Branching Plumeless Thistle' and 'Branching Musk Thistle', among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia and North Africa. It is found in grasslands, meadows, pastures and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus ramosissimus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks to add a splash of color. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carduus ramosissimus is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus ramosissimus is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the fall or early spring.

Where to Find Carduus ramosissimus

Carduus ramosissimus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Carduus ramosissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus ramosissimus?

Carduus ramosissimus

What is the common name of Carduus ramosissimus?

Many-branched Thistle

What type of plant is Carduus ramosissimus?

Perennial herb

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-87894: Based on the initial data import
Josif Pančić (1814-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pančić' in the authors string.