Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affine
ID:
45825

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tausch

Source:
gcc

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Flora 16(1): 228 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045154



Common Names

  • Thistle
  • Plume Thistle
  • Woolly Thistle


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Description

Cirsium affine (also called Bull Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to Europe, North Africa and Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, pastures, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium affine has been used as a natural dye for fabrics and has been used to make a tea to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium affine is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is an achene, which is small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium affine is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Cirsium affine

Cirsium affine can be found in North America, from Canada to Mexico.

Cirsium affine FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium affine?

Cirsium affine

What is the common name of Cirsium affine?

Affine Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium affine?

It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

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,

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