Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sosnowskyi
ID:
11063

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kharadze

Source:
gcc

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Fl. Georgiae viii. 488 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010392



Common Names

  • Sosnowsky's Thistle
  • Sosnowsky's Cirsium
  • Sosnowsky's Plume Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Cirsium fimbriatum diversifolium Sommier & Levier [unknown]

Description

Cirsium sosnowskyi (also called Sosnowsky's Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus Mountains in Eurasia. It has a woody stem and its leaves are arranged in a rosette. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium sosnowskyi is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and gardens. It is also used as a cut flower and in dried flower arrangements. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium sosnowskyi is purple and has a short, thick stem. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thick and have a dark green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium sosnowskyi is a perennial herb native to Eastern Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the autumn or spring.

Where to Find Cirsium sosnowskyi

Cirsium sosnowskyi can be found in the western United States, including California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.

Cirsium sosnowskyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium sosnowskyi?

Cirsium sosnowskyi

What is the common name of Cirsium sosnowskyi?

Sosnowsky's Thistle

What type of plant is Cirsium sosnowskyi?

Perennial herb

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,

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