Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odontolepis
ID:
9551

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 305 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008880

Common Names

  • Thistle
  • Bull Thistle
  • Plains Thistle

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Description

Cirsium odontolepis (also called 'Toothed Thistle', among many other common names) is a biennial herb with purple flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to North America and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium odontolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium odontolepis is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium odontolepis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It should be planted in spring and can be divided in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Cirsium odontolepis

Cirsium odontolepis is native to North America. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Cirsium odontolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium odontolepis?

Cirsium odontolepis

What are the common names of Cirsium odontolepis?

Toothed Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium odontolepis?

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-108599: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.