Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aytachii
ID:
38103

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Duman & R.R.Mill

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Fl. Turkey 11: 321 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037432

Common Names

  • Aytachii Cirsium
  • Cirsium Aytachii
  • Thistle

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Description

Cirsium aytachii (also called Aytach's Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is native to Turkey and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has small, purple flowers and spiny leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium aytachii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It has also been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium aytachii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium aytachii is a perennial herb native to Turkey. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.

Where to Find Cirsium aytachii

Cirsium aytachii can be found in the mountains of Turkey.

Cirsium aytachii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium aytachii?

Cirsium aytachii

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium aytachii?

Grasslands and scrublands

What is the flowering season of Cirsium aytachii?

Spring and summer

Species in the Cirsium genus

Cirsium steirolepis, Cirsium oaxacanum, Cirsium alatum, Cirsium scariosum, Cirsium ganjuense, Cirsium stojanovii, Cirsium tymphaeum, Cirsium maroccanum, Cirsium decussatum, Cirsium mairei, Cirsium aggregatum, Cirsium brevistylum, Cirsium wakasugianum, Cirsium echinatum, Cirsium obvallatum, Cirsium bertolonii, Cirsium borealinipponense, Cirsium bipontinum, Cirsium vinaceum, Cirsium carolinianum, Cirsium uliginosum, Cirsium suffultum, Cirsium crassum, Cirsium naikurense, Cirsium sairamense, Cirsium lappoides, Cirsium komarovii, Cirsium roseolum, Cirsium vlassovianum, Cirsium elbrusense, Cirsium helenioides, Cirsium suzukaense, Cirsium horridulum, Cirsium skutchii, Cirsium jaliscoense, Cirsium schelkownikowii, Cirsium masami-saitoanum, Cirsium amani, Cirsium brevifolium, Cirsium cymosum, Cirsium arvense, Cirsium muticum, Cirsium perplexans, Cirsium pseudosuffultum, Cirsium canescens, Cirsium macrobotrys, Cirsium karduchorum, Cirsium odontolepis, Cirsium mcvaughii, Cirsium lineare,

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-136201: Based on the initial data import
Hayri Duman (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Duman' in the authors string.
Robert R. Mill (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.R.Mill' in the authors string.