Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
132489

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 540 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131818



Common Names

  • Griffith's Thistle
  • Plume Thistle
  • Cotton Thistle


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Description

Cirsium griffithii (also called Griffith's Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and purple flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium griffithii is a species of thistle native to India. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium griffithii is yellow and has a daisy-like form. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium griffithii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as -20°C. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Cirsium griffithii

Cirsium griffithii can be found in India, Nepal, and some parts of Southeast Asia.

Cirsium griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium griffithii?

Cirsium griffithii

What is the family of Cirsium griffithii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Cirsium griffithii?

Griffith's thistle

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-92677: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.