Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aduncum
ID:
34446

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 636 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033775



Common Names

  • Cirsium aduncum
  • Aduncum Cirsium
  • Aduncum Thistle


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Description

Cirsium aduncum (also called Curved Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes. It has spiny leaves and purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium aduncum is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cirsium aduncum sub. aduncum
Cirsium aduncum sub. bashkalense P.H.Davis & Parris

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium aduncum has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium aduncum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Cirsium aduncum

Cirsium aduncum is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Cirsium aduncum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium aduncum?

Cirsium aduncum

What type of plant is Cirsium aduncum?

Cirsium aduncum is a perennial herbaceous plant.

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium aduncum?

Cirsium aduncum is native to Europe and North Africa.

Species in the Cirsium genus

Cirsium steirolepis, Cirsium oaxacanum, Cirsium alatum, Cirsium scariosum, Cirsium ganjuense, Cirsium stojanovii, Cirsium tymphaeum, Cirsium maroccanum, Cirsium decussatum, Cirsium mairei, Cirsium aggregatum, Cirsium brevistylum, Cirsium wakasugianum, Cirsium echinatum, Cirsium obvallatum, Cirsium bertolonii, Cirsium borealinipponense, Cirsium bipontinum, Cirsium vinaceum, Cirsium carolinianum, Cirsium uliginosum, Cirsium suffultum, Cirsium crassum, Cirsium naikurense, Cirsium sairamense, Cirsium lappoides, Cirsium komarovii, Cirsium roseolum, Cirsium vlassovianum, Cirsium elbrusense, Cirsium helenioides, Cirsium suzukaense, Cirsium horridulum, Cirsium skutchii, Cirsium jaliscoense, Cirsium schelkownikowii, Cirsium masami-saitoanum, Cirsium amani, Cirsium brevifolium, Cirsium cymosum, Cirsium arvense, Cirsium muticum, Cirsium perplexans, Cirsium pseudosuffultum, Cirsium canescens, Cirsium macrobotrys, Cirsium karduchorum, Cirsium odontolepis, Cirsium mcvaughii, Cirsium lineare,

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-132652: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.