Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruwenzoriensis
ID:
71644

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 35: 364 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070973



Common Names

  • Ruwenzori's Thistle
  • Ruwenzori's Plume Thistle
  • Ruwenzori's Cotton Thistle


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Description

Carduus ruwenzoriensis (also called Ruwenzori Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody stem base. It is native to the African mountains and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus ruwenzoriensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carduus ruwenzoriensis has yellow, thistle-like flowers that are 2-3 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus ruwenzoriensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting in the ground, it should be spaced at least 30 cm apart. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Carduus ruwenzoriensis

Carduus ruwenzoriensis is native to the Eastern African mountains and can be found in high altitude grasslands.

Carduus ruwenzoriensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus ruwenzoriensis?

Carduus ruwenzoriensis

What is the common name of Carduus ruwenzoriensis?

Ruwenzori Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Carduus ruwenzoriensis?

Grassy areas

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,

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