Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monspessulanum
ID:
53504

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hill.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 63

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052833



Common Names

  • Cirsium monspessulanum
  • Montpellier Thistle
  • French Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Cirsium monspessulanum monspessulanum [unknown]
  • Cirsium monspessulanum laxum Rouy [unknown]
  • Carduus montanus Pers. [unknown]

Description

Cirsium monspessulanum (also called Montpellier thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has pink flowers and spiny leaves. It is native to Europe and North Africa and is found in grasslands, meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium monspessulanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cirsium monspessulanum sub. monspessulanum
Cirsium monspessulanum sub. ferox (Coss.) Talavera

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium monspessulanum is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are light green and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium monspessulanum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. Division of the clumps can also be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Cirsium monspessulanum

Cirsium monspessulanum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with dry and sunny climates. It is commonly found in scrubland, grassland, and rocky areas.

Cirsium monspessulanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium monspessulanum?

Cirsium monspessulanum

What is the common name of Cirsium monspessulanum?

Montpellier thistle

Where is Cirsium monspessulanum found?

It is found in Europe and North Africa

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,