Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 537 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133799
Common Names
- Cirsium imereticum
- Imerticum Cirsium
- Cirsium
Description
Cirsium imereticum (also called 'Imertic Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the western United States and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas. It has long, spiny leaves and small, purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cirsium imereticum is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves can be used as a flavoring in food and drinks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cirsium imereticum is white and has a diameter of about 2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are short and have a single, round, broad leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cirsium imereticum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be cultivated in a variety of climates and is hardy to USDA zones 4-9.
Where to Find Cirsium imereticum
Cirsium imereticum can be found in the Caucasus region, including Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan.
Cirsium imereticum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cirsium imereticum?
Cirsium imereticum
What are the common names of Cirsium imereticum?
Imerti thistle, Imerti thistle
What is the natural habitat of Cirsium imereticum?
Cirsium imereticum is native to the Caucasus and Turkey.
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,