Sonchus jaquiniocephalus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jaquiniocephalus
ID:
130552
Status:
valid
Authors:
Svent.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (Acclim. Pl. Arautapae) : 55 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129881
Common Names
- Jaquiniocephalus Sonchus
- Jaquiniocephalus Milk Thistle
- Jaquiniocephalus Sow Thistle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sonchus jaquiniocephalus (also called Jaquinio's Sowthistle, among many other common names) is an herb native to South America. It typically grows up to 1 m tall and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in wet forests and along streams in Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia.
Uses & Benefits
Sonchus jaquiniocephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sonchus jaquiniocephalus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, spiny leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sonchus jaquiniocephalus is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take cuttings from semi-hardwood stems and root them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Sonchus jaquiniocephalus
Sonchus jaquiniocephalus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in France, Italy, and Spain.
Sonchus jaquiniocephalus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sonchus jaquiniocephalus?
Sonchus jaquiniocephalus
What is the optimal temperature for Sonchus jaquiniocephalus?
The optimal temperature for Sonchus jaquiniocephalus is between 65-75°F
What is the optimal soil pH for Sonchus jaquiniocephalus?
The optimal soil pH for Sonchus jaquiniocephalus is between 6.0-7.5
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-90800: Based on the initial data import
Eric Ragnor Sventenius (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Svent.' in the authors string.