Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wettsteinii
ID:
125843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 5: 329 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125172



Common Names

  • Wettstein's Thistle
  • Wettstein's Cirsium
  • Wettstein's Plume Thistle


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Description

Cirsium wettsteinii (also called Wettstein's Thistle, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium wettsteinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium wettsteinii is a yellow thistle-like head with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium wettsteinii is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location.

Where to Find Cirsium wettsteinii

Cirsium wettsteinii can be found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

Cirsium wettsteinii FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Cirsium wettsteinii?

Cirsium wettsteinii prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

How can I propagate Cirsium wettsteinii?

Cirsium wettsteinii can be propagated from seed or by division of the clumps.

What are the common pests and diseases of Cirsium wettsteinii?

Cirsium wettsteinii is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and root rot.

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,