Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arvensis
ID:
93282

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 793 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092611



Common Names

  • Field Sowthistle
  • Corn Sowthistle
  • Perennial Sowthistle


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Synonyms

  • Sonchus arvensis arvensis [unknown]
  • Sonchus vulgaris vulgaris [unknown]
  • Sonchus vulgaris arvensis (L.) Rouy [unknown]
  • Sonchus arvensis tenggerensis Hochr. [unknown]
  • Sonchus arvensis arvensis [unknown]

Description

Sonchus arvensis (also called Field Pussytoes, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It has a hairy stem and its leaves are ovate and serrated. It grows in moist and sunny areas, such as meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus arvensis is used as a food source and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sonchus arvensis sub. humilis (N.I.Orlova) Tzvelev
Sonchus arvensis sub. arvensis
Sonchus arvensis sub. uliginosus (M.Bieb.) Nyman

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sonchus arvensis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus arvensis is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Sonchus arvensis

Sonchus arvensis can be found in Europe, North Africa, and temperate regions of Asia. It is also found in North and South America, Australia, and New Zealand.

Sonchus arvensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus arvensis?

Sonchus arvensis

What is the natural habitat of Sonchus arvensis?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas in Europe, Asia, and North America

What is the blooming season of Sonchus arvensis?

April to October

Species in the Sonchus genus

Sonchus erzincanicus, Sonchus masguindalii, Sonchus yendoi, Sonchus macrocarpus, Sonchus canariensis, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus capillaris, Sonchus bourgeaui, Sonchus suberosus, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus esperanzae, Sonchus stenophyllus, Sonchus acaulis, Sonchus wildpretii, Sonchus rokosensis, Sonchus hydrophilus, Sonchus hierrensis, Sonchus afromontanus, Sonchus denticulato-lanceolata, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus nanus, Sonchus daltonii, Sonchus schweinfurthii, Sonchus obtusilobus, Sonchus gomerensis, Sonchus brachyotus, Sonchus pinnatifidus, Sonchus sventenii, Sonchus sosnowskyi, Sonchus congestus, Sonchus cavanillesii, Sonchus pendulus, Sonchus asper, Sonchus melanolepis, Sonchus lidii, Sonchus crassifolius, Sonchus tectifolius, Sonchus maritimus, Sonchus denticulato-platyphylla, Sonchus microcarpus, Sonchus heterophyllus, Sonchus pustulatus, Sonchus glaucescens, Sonchus fauces-orci, Sonchus tenerrimus, Sonchus dregeanus, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus hotha, Sonchus novae-zelandiae, Sonchus rotundilobus,

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