Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
horridum
ID:
91717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Formánek

Source:
gcc

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Verh. Naturf. Vereins Brünn 33: 28. 1895

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091046



Common Names

  • Cirsium horridum
  • Hairy Thistle
  • Rough Thistle


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Description

Cirsium horridum (also called Bull Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 2 m tall. It has a stout, erect stem and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to North America and can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium horridum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium horridum is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium horridum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Once established, it requires minimal care.

Where to Find Cirsium horridum

Cirsium horridum is found in the northern parts of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Cirsium horridum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium horridum?

Cirsium horridum

What is the common name of Cirsium horridum?

Hairy thistle

What type of plant is Cirsium horridum?

Perennial herb

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-4732: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Formánek (1845-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Formánek' in the authors string.