Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Balansa
Source:
gcc
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 545 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062469
Common Names
- Cirsium Pseudopersonata
- Pseudopersonata Cirsium
- False Personata Thistle
Description
Cirsium pseudopersonata (also called False Personata Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb that grows to a height of 3-6 feet. It is native to the western United States, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Cirsium pseudopersonata is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, as a medicinal herb, and as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cirsium pseudopersonata sub. kusnezowianum (Sommier & Levier) Petr.
Cirsium pseudopersonata sub. pseudopersonata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cirsium pseudopersonata is a small, white flower with a yellow center, and the seeds are small, dry and brown. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cirsium pseudopersonata is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall and lightly covered with soil.
Where to Find Cirsium pseudopersonata
Cirsium pseudopersonata can be found in the mountains of the western United States, from California to Idaho.
Cirsium pseudopersonata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cirsium pseudopersonata?
Cirsium pseudopersonata
What is the common name of Cirsium pseudopersonata?
False Personata Thistle
What is the family of Cirsium pseudopersonata?
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,