Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erythrolepis
ID:
62596

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Koch

Source:
gcc

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 17: 41 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061925



Common Names

  • Cirsium Erythrolepis
  • Red Thistle
  • Red-stemmed Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Epitrachys erythrolepis K.Koch [unknown]

Description

Cirsium erythrolepis (also called Red Thistle, among many other common names) is a species of thistle in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the western United States and northwestern Mexico, and it grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has an erect stem and spiny leaves, and its flowers are pink to purple in color.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium erythrolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium erythrolepis is a bright pink, thistle-like bloom. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium erythrolepis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Cirsium erythrolepis

Cirsium erythrolepis is native to North America. It grows in dry, open areas, such as prairies and grasslands.

Cirsium erythrolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium erythrolepis?

Cirsium erythrolepis

What is the common name of Cirsium erythrolepis?

Red Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium erythrolepis?

Dry, open woods, prairies, 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-1894: Based on the initial data import
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.