Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sorocephalum
ID:
12939

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) ii. 33.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012268



Common Names

  • Sorocephala Thistle
  • Sorocephala Cirsium
  • Sorocephala Plume Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Cirsium congestum sorocephalum (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Petr. [unknown]

Description

Cirsium sorocephalum (also called Soroceph Cirsium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a stout stem with ovate leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry and sunny places, such as grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium sorocephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cirsium sorocephalum sub. congestum (Fisch. & C.A.Mey. ex DC.) Yıldız, Dirmenci & Arabacı
Cirsium sorocephalum sub. sorocephalum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium sorocephalum is a white to pinkish-purple thistle-like flower head. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium sorocephalum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun and can tolerate some drought. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to two months. Division is the preferred method of propagation.

Where to Find Cirsium sorocephalum

Cirsium sorocephalum is native to Europe and can be found in grassy meadows and open woodlands.

Cirsium sorocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium sorocephalum?

Cirsium sorocephalum

What is the common name of Cirsium sorocephalum?

Sorocarp Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium sorocephalum?

It is native to the Himalayas and is found in dry, open grasslands.

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-111883: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.