Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ciliolatum
ID:
115436

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.F.Hend.) J.T.Howell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 9: 9 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114765



Common Names

  • Cirsium Ciliolatum
  • Ciliolatum Thistle
  • Mountain Thistle


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Description

Cirsium ciliolatum (also called 'Ciliolate Thistle', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the eastern United States. It has large, purple flowers and deeply lobed, dark green leaves. It is found in open woodlands, meadows, and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Brachymenium huillense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to prevent soil erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium ciliolatum is white, with a thistle-like shape and many petals. The seeds are small, black and spiny. The seedlings are thin, with narrow, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium ciliolatum is a perennial herb native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray.

Where to Find Cirsium ciliolatum

Cirsium ciliolatum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Cirsium ciliolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium ciliolatum?

Cirsium ciliolatum

What are the common names of Cirsium ciliolatum?

Ciliolate Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium ciliolatum?

It is native to Europe

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-76249: Based on the initial data import
Louis Forniquet Henderson (1853-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.F.Hend.' in the authors string.
John Thomas Howell (1903-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Howell' in the authors string.