Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subniveum
ID:
40050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Fl. Rocky Mts. 1006. 1917

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039379



Common Names

  • Snowy Thistle
  • Snowy Cirsium
  • Snowy Plume Thistle


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Description

Cirsium subniveum (also called Snow thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the alpine regions of Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It grows in rocky areas, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium subniveum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium subniveum is a white or pink-tinged star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium subniveum is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Cirsium subniveum

Cirsium subniveum is native to the Alps and can be found in the Tyrol region.

Cirsium subniveum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium subniveum?

Cirsium subniveum

Where does Cirsium subniveum grow?

Cirsium subniveum grows in the alpine meadows of the Rocky Mountains in North America.

What type of soil does Cirsium subniveum prefer?

Cirsium subniveum prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5.

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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