Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
italicum
ID:
37542

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Horti Monsp. : 96 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036871



Common Names

  • Cirsium
  • Italicum
  • Cirsium Italicum


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Synonyms

  • Eriolepis italica Cass. [unknown]
  • Carduus spinosissimus spinosissimus [unknown]
  • Carduus spinosissimus Gerbi [unknown]
  • Cnicus italicus Seb. & Mauri [unknown]
  • Carduus italicus Savi [unknown]

Description

Cirsium italicum (also called Italian Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has purple thistle-like flowers and grows to a height of 1 metre. It is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium italicum is a perennial plant with yellow flowers. It is often used as a ground cover or to cover walls, fences, and trellises. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium italicum is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium italicum is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a sunny location in early spring. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in early spring or autumn. Plant the divisions 12-18 inches apart and water them well.

Where to Find Cirsium italicum

Cirsium italicum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, France, Spain, and North Africa.

Cirsium italicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium italicum?

Cirsium italicum

What is the common name of Cirsium italicum?

Italian Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium italicum?

Grasslands, woodlands, and coastal areas

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,