Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceolatum
ID:
122368

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hill

Source:
gcc

Year:
1769

Citation Micro:
Herbarium Brittanicum 1 1769

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121697

Common Names

  • Lance-leaved Thistle
  • Lanceleaf Thistle
  • Narrow-leaved Thistle

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Synonyms

  • Cirsium lanceolatum lanceolatum [unknown]

Description

Cirsium lanceolatum (also called Lance-Leaved Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It has long, spiny leaves and purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium lanceolatum is a medicinal plant that is native to North America. It is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive problems. The leaves can be used to make a tea, and the flowers can be used in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium lanceolatum is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have narrow, gray-green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium lanceolatum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Cuttings can be taken in summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny position.

Where to Find Cirsium lanceolatum

Cirsium lanceolatum can be found in the eastern United States, including New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio.

Cirsium lanceolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium lanceolatum?

Cirsium lanceolatum

What type of plant is Cirsium lanceolatum?

A perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium lanceolatum?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-82907: Based on the initial data import
John Hill (1716-1775): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hill' in the authors string.