Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pycnocephalus
ID:
24791

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1763

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 2: 1151 (1763)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024120

Common Names

  • Pycnocephalus Carduus
  • Pycnocephalus Thistle
  • Pycnocephalus Plumeless Thistle

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Synonyms

  • Carduus pycnocephalus pycnocephalus [unknown]
  • Carduus tenuiflorus pycnocephalus (L.) DC. [unknown]

Description

Carduus pycnocephalus (also called Italian Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It has linear leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus pycnocephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive white flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carduus pycnocephalus sub. cinereus (M.Bieb.) P.H.Davis
Carduus pycnocephalus sub. marmoratus (Boiss. & Heldr.) P.H.Davis
Carduus pycnocephalus sub. albidus (M.Bieb.) Kazmi
Carduus pycnocephalus sub. intermedius (Lojac.) Giardina & Raimondo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carduus pycnocephalus has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus pycnocephalus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Carduus pycnocephalus

Carduus pycnocephalus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Carduus pycnocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus pycnocephalus?

Carduus pycnocephalus

What is the common name of Carduus pycnocephalus?

Slender Plumeless Thistle

What is the family of Carduus pycnocephalus?

Asteraceae

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