Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aschersonii
ID:
136994

Status:
valid

Authors:
Čelak.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Arch. Naturwiss. Landesdurchf. Bohmen 2: 263. 1873

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136323



Common Names

  • Cirsium Aschersonii
  • Aschersonii Cirsium
  • Aschersonii's Cirsium


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Description

Cirsium aschersonii (also called Ascherson's Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has deeply lobed leaves and purple daisy-like flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium aschersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food and shelter for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium aschersonii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium aschersonii is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Cirsium aschersonii

Cirsium aschersonii is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky habitats in coastal areas.

Cirsium aschersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium aschersonii?

Cirsium aschersonii

What is the common name of Cirsium aschersonii?

Ascherson's Thistle

Where does Cirsium aschersonii grow?

It is native to Chile and Argentina

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,