Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pendulus
ID:
31036

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) Sennikov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 34: 56 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030365



Common Names

  • Pendulous Sowthistle
  • Sonchus pendulus
  • Pendulous Sonchus


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Synonyms

  • Chrysoprenanthes pendula pendula [unknown]
  • Prenanthes pendula pendula [unknown]

Description

Sonchus pendulus (also called Smooth Sow-thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. Native to Europe, it is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus pendulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sonchus pendulus sub. flaccidus (Svent.) N.Kilian & Greuter
Sonchus pendulus sub. pendulus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sonchus pendulus is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus pendulus is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is generally pest and disease free.

Where to Find Sonchus pendulus

Sonchus pendulus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Sonchus pendulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus pendulus?

Sonchus pendulus

What is the common name of Sonchus pendulus?

Pendulous Sowthistle

Where is Sonchus pendulus found?

Sonchus pendulus is found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia

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-129358: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Aleksandr Sénnikov (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sennikov' in the authors string.