Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dissectum
ID:
79790

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hill

Source:
gcc

Year:
1768

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. : 63

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079119



Common Names

  • Thistle
  • Cobweb Thistle
  • Lance-leaved Thistle


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Description

Cirsium dissectum (also called 'cutleaf thistle', among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has large, lobed leaves and purple flower heads that bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium dissectum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating colds and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium dissectum has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium dissectum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Cirsium dissectum

Cirsium dissectum is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.

Cirsium dissectum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium dissectum?

Cirsium dissectum

What is the common name of Cirsium dissectum?

Field thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium dissectum?

Open fields, meadows, and roadsides

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-35713: Based on the initial data import
John Hill (1716-1775): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hill' in the authors string.