Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arenarium
ID:
82267

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desf.) Pomel

Source:
gcc

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mat. Fl. Atl. : 20 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081596



Common Names

  • Cotton Thistle
  • Scotch Thistle
  • Scotch Cotton Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Carduus arenarius Desf. [unknown]
  • Cnicus arenarius Willd. [unknown]
  • Onopordum arenarium arenarium [unknown]
  • Onopordum sibthorpianum arenarium (Pomel) Durand & Baratte [unknown]
  • Onopordum arenarium ramosum Pomel [unknown]

Description

Onopordum arenarium (also called Scotch thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has large, spiny leaves and purple flowers. It typically grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum arenarium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used medicinally for treating skin diseases and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Onopordum arenarium has yellow flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum arenarium is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It flowers in late summer and early autumn.

Where to Find Onopordum arenarium

Onopordum arenarium is native to Europe, and can be found in dry, sandy areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Onopordum arenarium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum arenarium?

Onopordum arenarium

What is the common name of Onopordum arenarium?

Sand Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Onopordum arenarium?

Dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky hillsides

Species in the Onopordum genus

Onopordum glomeratum, Onopordum majori, Onopordum canum, Onopordum wallianum, Onopordum mesatlanticum, Onopordum alexandrinum, Onopordum syriacum, Onopordum davisii, Onopordum sarrafii, Onopordum myriacanthum, Onopordum erectum, Onopordum boissierianum, Onopordum anatolicum, Onopordum micropterum, Onopordum espinae, Onopordum palaestinum, Onopordum carmanicum, Onopordum bolivari, Onopordum cynarocephalum, Onopordum caricum, Onopordum blancheanum, Onopordum espinae, Onopordum brevicaule, Onopordum eriocephalum, Onopordum cyprium, Onopordum dyris, Onopordum sirsangense, Onopordum tauricum, Onopordum acaulon, Onopordum cinereum, Onopordum platylepis, Onopordum cyrenaicum, Onopordum arabicum, Onopordum longissimum, Onopordum corymbosum, Onopordum macracanthum, Onopordum teddianum, Onopordum carduiforme, Onopordum carduchorum, Onopordum laconicum, Onopordum minor, Onopordum seravschanicum, Onopordum nervosum, Onopordum illyricum, Onopordum turcicum, Onopordum leptolepis, Onopordum spinosissimum, Onopordum algeriense, Onopordum macronervosum, Onopordum humile,

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-38143: Based on the initial data import
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
Auguste Pomel (1821-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pomel' in the authors string.