Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
validus
ID:
10384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009713



Common Names

  • Cirsium Validus
  • Validus Cirsium
  • Valley Thistle


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Description

Cirsium validus (also called California thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It grows to a height of about 1.2 meters and has pink-purple flowers. It is found in open meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium validus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium validus is a pink-purple thistle with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium validus is a perennial herb native to North America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Cirsium validus

Cirsium validus is native to North America and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Cirsium validus FAQ

What is Cirsium validus's growth habit?

Cirsium validus is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows in clumps.

What is the typical flowering period for Cirsium validus?

Cirsium validus typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

What is the typical height of Cirsium validus?

Cirsium validus typically grows to a height of 10-30 cm.

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-109410: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.