Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
appendiculatum
ID:
120444

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Spic. Fl. Rumel. 2(5/6): 250 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119773



Common Names

  • Thistle
  • Plume Thistle
  • Appendiculate Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Cirsium appendiculatum appendiculatum [unknown]
  • Cirsium appendiculatum appendiculatum [unknown]
  • Cirsium appendiculatum pantocsekii Röhl. [unknown]
  • Cirsium appendiculatum albiflorum Delip. [unknown]
  • Cirsium appendiculatum pantocsekii (Rohl) Gajić [unknown]

Description

Cirsium appendiculatum (also called Slender Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender stem and spiny leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium appendiculatum is an ornamental plant, used to add color and texture to gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves and stems can be boiled and used to treat various ailments. The plant is also used as a food source, as its flowers can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium appendiculatum is a yellow-green color, with a single row of petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium appendiculatum is a perennial herb that grows in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Cirsium appendiculatum

Cirsium appendiculatum is native to the United States and can be found in the wild in the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

Cirsium appendiculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium appendiculatum?

Cirsium appendiculatum

What are the common names of Cirsium appendiculatum?

Appendaged thistle

Where is Cirsium appendiculatum found?

It is found in North America

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-81057: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.