Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Rhodora 13: 240 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088582
Common Names
- Eaton's Thistle
- Eaton's Cirsium
- Cirsium Eatonii
Synonyms
- Cirsium eatonii harrisonii S.L.Welsh [unknown]
- Cirsium eatonii eatonii [unknown]
- Cnicus eatonii A.Gray [unknown]
Description
Cirsium eatonii (also called Eaton's Thistle, among many other common names) is a large perennial herb with spiny leaves and purple flowers. It is native to North America and is found in meadows, pastures and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Cirsium eatonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cirsium eatonii var. peckii (L.F.Hend.) D.J.Keil
Cirsium eatonii var. clokeyi (S.F.Blake) D.J.Keil
Cirsium eatonii var. hesperium (Eastw.) D.J.Keil
Cirsium eatonii var. murdockii S.L.Welsh
Cirsium eatonii var. eriocephalum (A.Gray) D.J.Keil
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cirsium eatonii are white, with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cirsium eatonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and keep moist until germination occurs. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cirsium eatonii
Cirsium eatonii is native to North America and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.
Cirsium eatonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cirsium eatonii?
Cirsium eatonii
What is the common name of Cirsium eatonii?
Eaton's thistle
What type of plant is Cirsium eatonii?
Herbaceous perennial
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,