Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acanthifolia
ID:
88162

Status:
valid

Authors:
All.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1785

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pedem. i. 156. t. 51. 1785

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087491



Common Names

  • Silver Thistle
  • Silver Carlina
  • Silver Cotton Thistle


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Description

Carlina acanthifolia (also called 'Spiny Carline Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is characterized by its yellow flower heads and spiny leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carlina acanthifolia has been used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as a flavoring agent, and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carlina acanthifolia sub. acanthifolia
Carlina acanthifolia sub. cynara (Pourr. ex DC.) Rouy
Carlina acanthifolia sub. utzka (Hacq.) Meusel & Kästner
Carlina acanthifolia sub. cynara (DC.) Arcang.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carlina acanthifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are hairy and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carlina acanthifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Carlina acanthifolia

Carlina acanthifolia is native to Europe and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Carlina acanthifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carlina acanthifolia?

Carlina acanthifolia

What is the family of Carlina acanthifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Carlina acanthifolia?

Grassland, meadows, and scrubland

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-43850: Based on the initial data import
Carlo Allioni (1728-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'All.' in the authors string.