Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andersonii
ID:
84633

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bot. Tidsskr. 31: 68 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083962



Common Names

  • Anderson's thistle
  • Cirsium andersonii
  • Anderson's Cirsium


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Description

Cirsium andersonii (also called 'Anderson's Thistle', 'Anderson's Thistle-sedge' and 'Anderson's Thistle-grass', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky soils. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and up to 10 cm long. Its flowers are pinkish-purple and clustered in small, globose heads.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium andersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium andersonii is yellow and thistle-like, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and long, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium andersonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months. Pruning should be done in the spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Cirsium andersonii

Cirsium andersonii is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Cirsium andersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium andersonii?

Cirsium andersonii

What are the common names of Cirsium andersonii?

Anderson's Thistle

What is the habitat of Cirsium andersonii?

Cirsium andersonii is found in moist meadows, grasslands, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-40427: Based on the initial data import
Franz Petrak (1886-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petr.' in the authors string.