Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
13375

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Pl. Rar. 334. t. 57.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012704

Common Names

  • Affinis Thistle
  • Carduus
  • Thistle

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Description

Carduus affinis (also called Spiny Plumeless Thistle, among many other common names) is an herbaceous biennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat liver and gallbladder diseases, as well as to reduce inflammation and improve digestion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carduus affinis sub. affinis
Carduus affinis sub. brutius (Fiori) Kazmi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carduus affinis has white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus affinis is a biennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Carduus affinis

Carduus affinis is native to the grasslands of North America.

Carduus affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus affinis?

Carduus affinis

What is the common name of Carduus affinis?

Affinis Carduus

Where is Carduus affinis found?

Carduus affinis is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East

Species in the Carduus genus

Carduus afromontanus, Carduus solteszii, Carduus tenuiflorus, Carduus broteroi, Carduus millefolius, Carduus nawaschini, Carduus volutarioides, Carduus angusticeps, Carduus cephalanthus, Carduus myriacanthus, Carduus weizensis, Carduus getulus, Carduus pumilus, Carduus turocensis, Carduus macracanthus, Carduus affinis, Carduus spachianus, Carduus crispus, Carduus transcaspicus, Carduus fissurae, Carduus martinezii, Carduus rechingerianus, Carduus acanthocephalus, Carduus fasciculiflorus, Carduus chrysacanthus, Carduus kerneri, Carduus cantabricus, Carduus acicularis, Carduus pycnocephalus, Carduus budaianus, Carduus argyroa, Carduus schimperi, Carduus meonanthus, Carduus onopordioides, Carduus lobulatus, Carduus kumaunensis, Carduus bourgaei, Carduus aurosicus, Carduus arvaticus, Carduus modestii, Carduus seminudus, Carduus peisonis, Carduus dahuricus, Carduus ibicensis, Carduus keniensis, Carduus macrocephalus, Carduus membranaceus, Carduus leptocephalus, Carduus leptocladus, Carduus maroccanus,

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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