Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosum
ID:
33105

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 987 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032434



Common Names

  • Spiny Cocklebur
  • Cockleburr
  • Clotbur


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Synonyms

  • Acanthoxanthium spinosum (L.) Fourr. [deprecated]
  • Xanthium spinosum spinosum [unknown]
  • Xanthium spinosum praecocius Bitter ex Widder [unknown]
  • Xanthium spinosum canescens Costa [unknown]
  • Xanthium spinosum synacanthum Widder [unknown]
  • Acanthoxanthium spinosum spinosum [unknown]
  • Xanthium xanthocarpon Wallr. [unknown]
  • Xanthium spinosum spinosum [unknown]
  • Xanthium spinosum ambrosioides (Hook. & Arn.) Love & Dans. [unknown]
  • Xanthium spinosum heterocephalum Widder [unknown]
  • Xanthium spinosum typicum Widder [unknown]

Description

Xanthium spinosum (also called Spiny Cocklebur, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to North America. It has spiny, green leaves and grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It prefers moist, disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthium spinosum is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a food source and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Xanthium spinosum sub. spinosum
Xanthium spinosum sub. catharticum (Kunth) D.Love

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xanthium spinosum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and spiny. The seedlings have small, oval leaves with spines on the edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthium spinosum is a fast-growing annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring or late fall. The seeds should be sown 1/4 inch deep and spaced 6-12 inches apart. Once established, it can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Xanthium spinosum

Xanthium spinosum is native to North America. It can be found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Xanthium spinosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthium spinosum?

Xanthium spinosum

What is the common name of Xanthium spinosum?

Spiny Cocklebur

What is the habitat of Xanthium spinosum?

Wet meadows, marshes, and roadsides

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,

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