Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kumaunensis
ID:
32123

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Arènes) Kazmi

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München v. 364 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031452

Common Names

  • Carduus kumaunensis
  • Kumaunensis Carduus
  • Carduus Kumaunensis

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Synonyms

  • Carduus crispus kumaunensis Arènes [unknown]

Description

Carduus kumaunensis (also called Kumaun Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to India and is commonly found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus kumaunensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used in erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carduus kumaunensis flower is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus kumaunensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F (-23°C).

Where to Find Carduus kumaunensis

Carduus kumaunensis is native to India and can be found in moist meadows, bogs, and open woodlands.

Carduus kumaunensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus kumaunensis?

Carduus kumaunensis

What is the common name of Carduus kumaunensis?

Kumaun thistle

Where is Carduus kumaunensis native to?

Himalayas

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-130413: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.
Syed Muhammad Anwar Kazmi (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kazmi' in the authors string.