Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multifidus
ID:
20540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Fl. Atlant. 2: 256 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019869

Common Names

  • Carthamus
  • Thistle
  • Spiny Safflower

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Synonyms

  • Carthamus multifidus multifidus [unknown]
  • Onobroma multifidum (Desf.) Pomel [unknown]
  • Onobroma multifidum Spreng. [unknown]
  • Carthamus multifidus simplex Maire [unknown]
  • Lamottea multifida Pomel [unknown]

Description

Carthamus multifidus (also called Many-flowered Safflower, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with yellow flowers and a deep taproot. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, and is found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Carthamus multifidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas and infusions. It has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carthamus multifidus is yellow, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, black and oval. The seedlings are thin and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carthamus multifidus is an annual plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in spring and keep the soil moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Carthamus multifidus

Carthamus multifidus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy and Greece.

Carthamus multifidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carthamus multifidus?

Carthamus multifidus

What is the common name of Carthamus multifidus?

Many-Fruit Safflower

What is the natural habitat of Carthamus multifidus?

Grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes

Species in the Carthamus genus

Carthamus duvauxii, Carthamus dianius, Carthamus turkestanicus, Carthamus strictus, Carthamus gypsicola, Carthamus fruticosus, Carthamus arborescens, Carthamus pomelianus, Carthamus reboudianus, Carthamus multifidus, Carthamus lucens, Carthamus hispanicus, Carthamus mareoticus, Carthamus carduncellus, Carthamus tinctorius, Carthamus helenioides, Carthamus reboudianus, Carthamus cespitosus, Carthamus pomelianus, Carthamus rechingeri, Carthamus nitidus, Carthamus catrouxii, Carthamus pectinatus, Carthamus caeruleus, Carthamus chouletteanus, Carthamus faurei, Carthamus ilicifolius, Carthamus mitissimus, Carthamus tenuis, Carthamus balearicus, Carthamus calvus, Carthamus eriocephalus, Carthamus atractyloides, Carthamus plumosus, Carthamus creticus, Carthamus pinnatus, Carthamus lanatus, Carthamus dentatus, Carthamus leucocaulos, Carthamus tamamschjanae, Carthamus leucocaulos, Carthamus boissieri, Carthamus carthamoides, Carthamus rhiphaeus, Carthamus persicus, Carthamus battandieri, Carthamus glaucus, Carthamus oxyacantha, Carthamus curdicus, Carthamus rhaponticoides,

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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