Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hawaiensis
ID:
96591

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lév.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095920

Common Names

  • Cirsium hawaiensis
  • Hawaiian Thistle
  • Hawaiian Cirsium

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Description

Cirsium hawaiensis (also called Hawaiian thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Hawaii. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces pink or purple flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium hawaiensis is used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. Additionally, its flowers can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium hawaiensis has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium hawaiensis is a perennial herb that is native to Hawaii. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Cirsium hawaiensis

Cirsium hawaiensis is native to Hawaii and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and shrublands. It is most commonly found on the islands of Hawaii, Maui, and Molokai.

Cirsium hawaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium hawaiensis?

Cirsium hawaiensis

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium hawaiensis?

Cirsium hawaiensis is native to the Hawaiian Islands.

What is the flower color of Cirsium hawaiensis?

The flowers of Cirsium hawaiensis are usually purple or white.

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-52082: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Abel Hector Léveillé (1864-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lév.' in the authors string.