Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cephalanthus
ID:
7723

Status:
valid

Authors:
Viv.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cors. Sp. Nov. 14.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007052

Common Names

  • Cephalanthus Thistle
  • Head Thistle
  • Head-leaved Thistle

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Synonyms

  • Carduus congestus Guss [unknown]
  • Carduus pycnocephalus Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Carduus cephalanthus (also called thistle-headed thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically found in dry, sandy soils and in open, disturbed areas. It has small, yellow flowers and spiny, gray-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus cephalanthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues and liver problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carduus pycnocephalus sub. pycnocephalus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carduus cephalanthus is a small, white, 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

Carduus cephalanthus is a perennial plant that 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 propagated by seed or division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Carduus cephalanthus

Carduus cephalanthus can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas and Oklahoma.

Carduus cephalanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus cephalanthus?

Carduus cephalanthus

What is the common name of Carduus cephalanthus?

Thistlehead

What is the natural habitat of Carduus cephalanthus?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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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