Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perplexans
ID:
8626

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 35: 441 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007955

Common Names

  • Cirsium
  • Perplexans
  • Cirsium Perplexans

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Description

Cirsium perplexans (also called 'Perplexing Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves with deeply cut and toothed leaflets. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium perplexans is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover, and its foliage can be used in flower arrangements. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating respiratory issues and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium perplexans is a pinkish-purple thistle with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, spiny leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium perplexans is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Cirsium perplexans

Cirsium perplexans is native to Europe and can be found in grassy areas such as meadows and pastures.

Cirsium perplexans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium perplexans?

Cirsium perplexans

What is the common name of Cirsium perplexans?

Perplexing Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium perplexans?

Dry, open woods and rocky slopes

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-1077: Based on the initial data import
Franz Petrak (1886-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petr.' in the authors string.