Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monocephalum
ID:
44385

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lév.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Yun-Nan : 41 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043714



Common Names

  • Cirsium monocephalum
  • One-Headed Thistle
  • One-Headed Cirsium


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Synonyms

  • Cnicus monocephalus Vaniot [unknown]
  • Cirsium cavaleriei H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Cirsium provostii subulatum Petr. [unknown]
  • Cirsium provostii spinosum Petr. [unknown]
  • Cirsium provostii monocephalum (Vaniot) Petr. [unknown]
  • Cirsium provostii oleracioides Petr. [unknown]
  • Cirsium provostii racemosum Petr. [unknown]
  • Cnicus cavaleriei H.Lév. [unknown]

Description

Cirsium monocephalum (also called One-headed Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb with a basal rosette of spiny leaves and a single stem that can reach up to 1.5m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, open woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium monocephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for the treatment of various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium monocephalum is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium monocephalum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Cirsium monocephalum

Cirsium monocephalum is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It is found in dry deciduous forests, scrub jungles, and grasslands.

Cirsium monocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium monocephalum?

Cirsium monocephalum

What is the common name of Cirsium monocephalum?

One-Headed Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium monocephalum?

It is native to Europe

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