Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phulchokiense
ID:
68969

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kitam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 26: 16 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068298



Common Names

  • Phulchokiense Cirsium
  • Cirsium phulchokiense
  • Phulchokiense Thistle


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Description

Cirsium phulchokiense (also called Phulchoki thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has a woody rootstock and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are white. It grows in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium phulchokiense is used as an ornamental plant, and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium phulchokiense is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium phulchokiense can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cirsium phulchokiense

Cirsium phulchokiense is native to the Himalayan region and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky areas.

Cirsium phulchokiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium phulchokiense?

Cirsium phulchokiense

What is the common name of Cirsium phulchokiense?

Phulchokiense

What is the family of Cirsium phulchokiense?

Asteraceae

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-25152: Based on the initial data import
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.