Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decussatum
ID:
1484

Status:
valid

Authors:
Janka

Source:
gcc

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 30: 582 (1859-61)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000813

Common Names

  • Decussate Cirsium
  • Cross-leaved Thistle
  • Cross-leaved Plume Thistle

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Synonyms

  • Cirsium eriophorum polonicum Petr. [unknown]
  • Cirsium eriophorum decussatum (Janka) Petr. [unknown]
  • Cirsium polonicum (Petr.) Iljin [unknown]

Description

Cirsium decussatum (also called Russian Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to Eurasia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces pink flowers in the summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium decussatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium decussatum has small, purple flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium decussatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Cirsium decussatum

Cirsium decussatum can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Cirsium decussatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium decussatum?

Cirsium decussatum

What is the common name of Cirsium decussatum?

Cross-Leaved Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium decussatum?

Cirsium decussatum is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

What is the flower color of Cirsium decussatum?

The flowers of Cirsium decussatum are usually purple or pink.

What is the growth habit of Cirsium decussatum?

Cirsium decussatum is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 feet tall.

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