Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
engelmannii
ID:
39550

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Fl. Rocky Mts. 1013,1069 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038879



Common Names

  • Engelmann's Thistle
  • Engelmann's Plume Thistle
  • Plume Thistle


Searching for Cirsium engelmannii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Cirsium turbinatum Gillot [unknown]
  • Cirsium altissimum filipendulum (Engelm.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Cirsium virginianum filipendulum A.Gray [unknown]
  • Cirsium terrae-nigrae Shinners [unknown]
  • Cirsium tuberosum filipendulum (Lange) Bonnier [unknown]
  • Cirsium bulbosum Willk. [illegitimate]

Description

Cirsium engelmannii (also called Engelmann's Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has small, white flowers with a purple center. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium engelmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium engelmannii is a white-pink thistle-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a spiny surface. The seedlings are small, and have a rosette of spiny leaves.

Searching for Cirsium engelmannii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium engelmannii is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to plant it in early spring or late fall. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize it regularly.

Where to Find Cirsium engelmannii

Cirsium engelmannii is native to North America and can be found in dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides.

Cirsium engelmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium engelmannii?

Cirsium engelmannii

What is the common name of Cirsium engelmannii?

Engelmann's Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium engelmannii?

Cirsium engelmannii is found in dry, open areas in western 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