Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pyrenaicum
ID:
94241

Status:
valid

Authors:
All.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1785

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pedem. i. 151 (1785)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093570



Common Names

  • Pyrenaicum Thistle
  • Pyrenaicum Cirsium
  • Cirsium Pyrenaicum


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Description

Cirsium pyrenaicum (also called Pyrenean Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial plant with spiny stems and leaves, and purple flower heads. It is native to the mountains of Central and Southern Europe, and is typically found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium pyrenaicum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, respiratory problems, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an insect repellent and as a fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium pyrenaicum is white or pink, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small achene, with a blackish-brown colour. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium pyrenaicum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in the autumn or spring. The plants prefer a sunny position in well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Deadheading will help to promote more flowers.

Where to Find Cirsium pyrenaicum

Cirsium pyrenaicum can be found in Europe, especially in France, Spain, and Portugal.

Cirsium pyrenaicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium pyrenaicum?

Cirsium pyrenaicum

What is the common name of Cirsium pyrenaicum?

Pyrenean Thistle

What is the habitat of Cirsium pyrenaicum?

It is found in the temperate regions of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

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-49785: Based on the initial data import
Carlo Allioni (1728-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'All.' in the authors string.