Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
drummondii
ID:
133965

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2: 459 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133294



Common Names

  • Drummond's Thistle
  • Drummond's Cirsium
  • Drummond's Plume Thistle


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Description

Cirsium drummondii (also called Drummond's thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States and Canada. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and sagebrush.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium drummondii is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium drummondii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium drummondii is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Cirsium drummondii

Cirsium drummondii is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Cirsium drummondii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium drummondii?

Cirsium drummondii

What is the family of Cirsium drummondii?

Asteraceae

Where is Cirsium drummondii found?

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-94102: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.