Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
silesiacum
ID:
32121

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Nyman

Source:
gcc

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Consp. Fl. Eur. 2: 409 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031450



Common Names

  • Cirsium silesiacum
  • Silesiacum Cirsium
  • Cirsium Silesiacum


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Description

Cirsium silesiacum (also called Silesian Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to Europe and is commonly found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium silesiacum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used in erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium silesiacum flower is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium silesiacum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C).

Where to Find Cirsium silesiacum

Cirsium silesiacum is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Cirsium silesiacum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium silesiacum?

Cirsium silesiacum

What is the common name of Cirsium silesiacum?

Silesian thistle

Where is Cirsium silesiacum native to?

Central Europe

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-130411: Based on the initial data import
Carl Fredrik Nyman (1820-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nyman' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.