Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verutum
ID:
115541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spreng.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 3: 370 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114870



Common Names

  • Verutum Thistle
  • Cirsium Verutum
  • Verutum Cirsium


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Synonyms

  • Cnicus involucratus Wall. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Carduus trilobatus Buch.-Ham. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Carduus involucratus Wall. [unknown]
  • Cnicus involucratus horrida Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Cnicus verutus D.Don [unknown]
  • Cirsium involucratum DC. [unknown]

Description

Cirsium verutum (also called 'Spiny Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North America. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has purple flowers with a long, spiny involucre.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium verutum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes. It can be used to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and even cancer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium verutum is white, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium verutum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.

Where to Find Cirsium verutum

Cirsium verutum is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Cirsium verutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium verutum?

Cirsium verutum

What type of plant is Cirsium verutum?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Cirsium verutum found?

It is found in 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