Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albidum
ID:
105375

Status:
valid

Authors:
Velen.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Königl. Böhm. Ges. Wiss. 53. 1888 , (sep.) ex Nym. Consp. Fl. Eur. ii. I.180

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000104704



Common Names

  • Cirsium albidum
  • White Thistle
  • White-Flowered Thistle


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Description

Cirsium albidum (also called 'White Thistle', among many other common names) is an herb native to North America. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium albidum is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The leaves of this plant can be used to make a herbal tea that is said to have calming and soothing effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium albidum has yellow, daisy-like flowers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium albidum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is easily propagated from seed, cuttings, or division of the rootstock. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Cirsium albidum

Cirsium albidum can be found in the temperate regions of North America.

Cirsium albidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium albidum?

Cirsium albidum

What is the common name of Cirsium albidum?

White Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium albidum?

Grassy meadows, pastures, and roadsides

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-6251: Based on the initial data import
Josef Velenovský (1858-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Velen.' in the authors string.