Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canariensis
ID:
2685

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) Boulos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Nytt Mag. Bot. xiv. 14 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002014



Common Names

  • Sonchus canariensis
  • Canary Islands Sowthistle
  • Canary Islands Milk Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Sonchus pinnatus canariensis (Sch.Bip.) Aldridge [unknown]
  • Sonchus pinnatus canariensis Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Sonchus canariensis (also called 'Canary Island sow thistle', among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Canary Islands. It has a thin, woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate and glabrous. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as steppes and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus canariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sonchus canariensis sub. canariensis
Sonchus canariensis sub. orotavensis Boulos

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sonchus canariensis is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus canariensis is a perennial herb that is native to the Canary Islands. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Sonchus canariensis

Sonchus canariensis is native to the Canary Islands and can also be found in parts of North Africa and the Mediterranean region.

Sonchus canariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus canariensis?

Sonchus canariensis

What is the common name of Sonchus canariensis?

Canary Island sowthistle

What is the natural habitat of Sonchus canariensis?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-10194: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Loutfy Boulos (1932-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boulos' in the authors string.