Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
morisianum
ID:
86338

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Icon. Fl. Germ. Helv. 15: 59 (1852-1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085667



Common Names

  • Cirsium morisianum
  • Morisianum Cirsium
  • Morisianum's Cirsium


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Synonyms

  • Cirsium morisianum morisianum [unknown]

Description

Cirsium morisianum (also called Moris' Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb native to Europe. It has pink flowers and grows in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium morisianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive purple flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium morisianum is a pinkish-purple thistle with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium morisianum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Cirsium morisianum

Cirsium morisianum is native to the Mediterranean region.

Cirsium morisianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium morisianum?

Cirsium morisianum

What is the family of Cirsium morisianum?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Cirsium morisianum?

Grasslands 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,

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