Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosus
ID:
133864

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC. ex Lowe

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Trans. Cambridge Philos. Soc. 6: reimpr. 18 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133193



Common Names

  • Squarrose Thistle
  • Carduus Squarrosus
  • Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Clavena squarrosa DC. [unknown]

Description

Carduus squarrosus (also called Spiny Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a hairy plant with a single stem that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a terminal flower head. It is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus squarrosus is used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory and digestive problems, as well as skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carduus squarrosus is yellow, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are hairy and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus squarrosus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Carduus squarrosus

Carduus squarrosus can be found in parts of Europe, including the UK, France, and Germany.

Carduus squarrosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus squarrosus?

Carduus squarrosus

What is the common name of Carduus squarrosus?

Squarrose thistle

What is the natural habitat of Carduus squarrosus?

It is native to 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-94007: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Richard Thomas Lowe (1802-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowe' in the authors string.