Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
clavatum
ID:
22116

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.E.Jones) Petr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 35: 310 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021445



Common Names

  • Cirsium clavatum
  • Club-Headed Thistle
  • Clavate Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Cnicus clavatus M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Cirsium clavatum clavatum [unknown]
  • Cirsium clavatum markaguntense S.L.Welsh [unknown]
  • Cirsium clavatum markaguntensis S.L.Welsh [unknown]

Description

Cirsium clavatum (also called Clavate Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to North America. It grows up to 1.5 meters tall and has spiny leaves. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and steppes.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium clavatum is a species of thistle that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a food source for some species of butterfly larvae.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cirsium clavatum var. americanum (A.Gray) D.J.Keil
Cirsium clavatum var. osterhoutii (Rydb.) D.J.Keil

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium clavatum is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, brown, winged seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium clavatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Cirsium clavatum

Cirsium clavatum is native to the western United States and Canada. It can be found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and roadsides.

Cirsium clavatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium clavatum?

Cirsium clavatum

What is the common name of Cirsium clavatum?

Clavate Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium clavatum?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, scrublands, and 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-120734: Based on the initial data import
Franz Petrak (1886-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petr.' in the authors string.
Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.