Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
iraqense
ID:
135538

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Anz. Österr. Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 109: 168 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134867



Common Names

  • Cirsium Iraqense
  • Iraq Thistle
  • Iraq Plume Thistle


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Description

Cirsium iraqense (also called Iraqi thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Iraq and Iran. It has oblanceolate leaves and pink flowers. It grows in meadows and grasslands, and can be found in elevations up to 2,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium iraqense is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory infections, digestive issues, and skin conditions. It is also used as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium iraqense has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 2-4 mm. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium iraqense can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in the spring or early summer. Divisions should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and require regular watering.

Where to Find Cirsium iraqense

Cirsium iraqense is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, open woods, and rocky places.

Cirsium iraqense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium iraqense?

Cirsium iraqense

What is the common name of Cirsium iraqense?

Cirsium

What is the family of Cirsium iraqense?

Asteraceae

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,