Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
excelsius
ID:
24276

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 27(2): 222 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023605



Common Names

  • Thistle
  • Bull Thistle
  • Plume Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Cnicus excelsior B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Carduus excelsior Greene [unknown]

Description

Cirsium excelsius (also called tall thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has purple, thistle-like flowers and large, serrated leaves. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is typically found in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium excelsius is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium excelsius is a yellow flower with five petals. The seed is small and black with a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium excelsius is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and will tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Cirsium excelsius

Cirsium excelsius can be found in the mountains of California, Oregon, and Washington.

Cirsium excelsius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium excelsius?

Cirsium excelsius

What is the common name of Cirsium excelsius?

Excelsius Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium excelsius?

Dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrubland

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-122804: Based on the initial data import
Franz Petrak (1886-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petr.' in the authors string.