Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mohavense
ID:
123703

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) Petr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bot. Tidsskr. 31: 68 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123032



Common Names

  • Mojave Cirsium
  • Mojave Thistle
  • Mojave Spear Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Carduus mohavensis Greene [unknown]
  • Cirsium mohavense Davidson & Moxley [unknown]
  • Cirsium mohavense mohavense [unknown]
  • Cirsium rusbyi Petr. [unknown]
  • Carduus rusbyi Greene [unknown]

Description

Cirsium mohavense (also called Mohave Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the deserts of the southwestern United States. It has spiny, grey-green leaves and large purple flower heads. It grows in dry meadows, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium mohavense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to help control erosion and can be used as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium mohavense is a yellow-green disc floret, with a single row of yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium mohavense is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is generally pest and disease free.

Where to Find Cirsium mohavense

Cirsium mohavense is native to the Mojave Desert of California and can be found in dry, open habitats. It is also found in Nevada and Arizona.

Cirsium mohavense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium mohavense?

Cirsium mohavense

What is the common name of Cirsium mohavense?

Mohave thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium mohavense?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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-84184: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Franz Petrak (1886-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petr.' in the authors string.