Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosum
ID:
85186

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kitam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Cirsium Nov. Or.-Asiat. 19. 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084515



Common Names

  • Spiny Thistle
  • Spiny Plumeless Thistle
  • Cobweb Thistle


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Description

Cirsium spinosum (also called 'Spiny Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and are covered in small spines. It is found in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium spinosum has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium spinosum is a pink-purple thistle-like flower head with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a white pappus. The seedlings are thin and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium spinosum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Cirsium spinosum

Cirsium spinosum is native to Europe and can be found in dry, rocky areas of the continent.

Cirsium spinosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium spinosum?

Cirsium spinosum

What is the family of Cirsium spinosum?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium spinosum?

Mountainous areas of 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-40959: Based on the initial data import
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.