Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subalpinum
ID:
21487

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gaudin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Fl. Helv. 5: 182 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020816



Common Names

  • Subalpinum Cirsium
  • Subalpinum Thistle
  • Subalpinum Alpine Thistle


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Description

Cirsium subalpinum (also called Alpine Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with purple flowers. It is native to Europe and grows in alpine meadows, pastures, and other disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium subalpinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in the production of herbal teas and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium subalpinum has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium subalpinum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Cirsium subalpinum

Cirsium subalpinum is native to the mountains of Europe and can be found in parts of France, Germany, and Switzerland.

Cirsium subalpinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium subalpinum?

Cirsium subalpinum

What is the common name of Cirsium subalpinum?

Subalpine Thistle

What is the flower color of Cirsium subalpinum?

Pink

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,