Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asper
ID:
31935

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Hill

Source:
gcc

Year:
1769

Citation Micro:
Herb. Brit. 1: 47 (1769)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031264



Common Names

  • Sonchus
  • Prickly Sow-thistle
  • Common Sow-thistle


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Description

Sonchus asper (also called rough sow-thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny, and rocky habitats, and has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower head with a yellow disc and purple ray florets.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus asper has been used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of firewood.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sonchus tenerrimus sub. tenerrimus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sonchus asper has small, yellow flowers that form a flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a tuft of white hairs at one end. The seedlings have a basal rosette of finely divided leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus asper is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for best results.

Where to Find Sonchus asper

Sonchus asper is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, and can be found in a variety of habitats.

Sonchus asper FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus asper?

Sonchus asper

What is the common name of Sonchus asper?

Prickly Sowthistle

Where is Sonchus asper found?

It is found in Europe, Asia, and North America

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
John Hill (1716-1775): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hill' in the authors string.