Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suberosus
ID:
4244

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zohary & P.H.Davis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 2(1): 87 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003573



Common Names

  • Sonchus suberosus
  • Corky Sonchus
  • Suberosus Sonchus


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Description

Sonchus suberosus (also called Corky-Stemmed Sowthistle, among many other common names) is a perennial plant species in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Southwestern United States and Northwestern Mexico, and is found in dry, sandy or gravelly soils in open areas such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus suberosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for animals. It is also known to have some medicinal properties, such as being used as an anti-inflammatory and for treating skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sonchus suberosus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus suberosus is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be used for propagation, but they require a period of cold stratification before they will germinate.

Where to Find Sonchus suberosus

Sonchus suberosus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Sonchus suberosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus suberosus?

Sonchus suberosus

What is the common name of Sonchus suberosus?

Woolly Sowthistle

What is the family of Sonchus suberosus?

Asteraceae

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-103450: Based on the initial data import
Peter Hadland Davis (1918-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Davis' in the authors string.
Michael Zohary (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zohary' in the authors string.