Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragilis
ID:
87547

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ball

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 11: 372 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086876



Common Names

  • Fragile Sowthistle
  • Fragile Milk Thistle
  • Soft Sowthistle


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Description

Sonchus fragilis (also called 'Fragile Sowthistle', among many other common names) is an annual herb with spiny stems and leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus fragilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sonchus fragilis is yellow, and the seed is a small, black achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus fragilis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Sonchus fragilis

Sonchus fragilis is native to Europe and can be found in wet, grassy areas.

Sonchus fragilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus fragilis?

Sonchus fragilis

What type of plant is Sonchus fragilis?

It is an annual herb

Where does Sonchus fragilis grow?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

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-4326: Based on the initial data import
John Ball (1818-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ball' in the authors string.