Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hypoleucum
ID:
17640

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 645 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016969



Common Names

  • Cirsium hypoleucum
  • Hypoleucum Cirsium
  • Hypoleucum Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Cirsium hypoleucum hypoleucum [unknown]
  • Cirsium hypoleucum hypoleucum [unknown]
  • Cirsium wiedemannii Fisch., C.A.Mey. & Avé-Lall. [unknown]
  • Cirsium hypoleucum drymeium Petr. [unknown]
  • Cirsium hypoleucum lazicum K.Koch [unknown]
  • Cirsium hypoleucum ponticum Sommier & Levier [unknown]
  • Cnicus autareticus Chaix [unknown]

Description

Cirsium hypoleucum (also called White Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has white flowers and spiny leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is commonly found in meadows, pastures, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium hypoleucum has been used to treat colds and flu, as well as digestive issues. It can also be used as an insect repellent and to make a herbal bath.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium hypoleucum has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium hypoleucum is a perennial herb that prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cirsium hypoleucum

Cirsium hypoleucum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Cirsium hypoleucum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium hypoleucum?

Cirsium hypoleucum is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of soil does Cirsium hypoleucum prefer?

Cirsium hypoleucum prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

How much sunlight does Cirsium hypoleucum need?

Cirsium hypoleucum needs full sun to partial shade.

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