Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucocephalum
ID:
133979

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Spreng.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 3: 377 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133308



Common Names

  • Leucocephalum Cirsium
  • Cirsium
  • Cirsium leucocephalum


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Description

Cirsium leucocephalum (also called White-headed thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States and Canada. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and sagebrush.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium leucocephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cirsium leucocephalum sub. hermonis (Boiss.) Greuter
Cirsium leucocephalum sub. leucocephalum
Cirsium leucocephalum sub. tenuilobum (K.Koch) Greuter
Cirsium leucocephalum sub. penicillatum (K.Koch) Greuter

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium leucocephalum is white and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, black achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium leucocephalum is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Cirsium leucocephalum

Cirsium leucocephalum can be found in the western United States, including parts of California, Oregon, and Washington.

Cirsium leucocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium leucocephalum?

Cirsium leucocephalum

What is the family of Cirsium leucocephalum?

Asteraceae

Where is Cirsium leucocephalum found?

North America

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-94115: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.