Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leo
ID:
39633

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai & Kitag.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
in Rep. 1st Sc. Exped. Manchoukuo, 1933, Sect. IV. 1. (Pl. Nov. Jehol. 1.) 60. 1934

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038962

Common Names

  • Leo's Thistle
  • Leo's Cirsium
  • Cirsium Leo

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Synonyms

  • Cirsium leo angustilobum Ling [unknown]
  • Cirsium leo leo [unknown]
  • Cirsium chienii Chang [unknown]
  • Cirsium pinnatibracteatum Ling [unknown]

Description

Cirsium leo (also called Leo Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, pink flowers and small, spiny leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium leo is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a windbreak. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium leo has small, white flowers with a prominent central disc. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium leo is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and can tolerate some drought. It is also tolerant of light frost.

Where to Find Cirsium leo

Cirsium leo is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Cirsium leo FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium leo?

Cirsium leo

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium leo?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

What are the uses of Cirsium leo?

It is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for wildlife.

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-137671: Based on the initial data import
Masao Kitagawa (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitag.' in the authors string.
Takenoshin Nakai (1882-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nakai' in the authors string.