Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
strumarium
ID:
9040

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lour.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1790

Citation Micro:
Flora Cochinchinensis 563 1790

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008369



Common Names

  • Xanthium strumarium
  • Common Cocklebur
  • Cockleburr


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Description

Xanthium strumarium (also called Common Cocklebur, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to North America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has yellow daisy-like flowers and small, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthium strumarium 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, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Xanthium strumarium sub. strumarium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xanthium strumarium is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthium strumarium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Xanthium strumarium

Xanthium strumarium can be found in temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Xanthium strumarium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthium strumarium?

Xanthium strumarium

What is the common name of Xanthium strumarium?

Cocklebur

What is the natural habitat of Xanthium strumarium?

It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia.

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

João de Loureiro (1710-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lour.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:260893-1: Based on the initial data import