Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudosuffultum
ID:
9047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kadota

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Bull. Natl. Sci. Mus. Tokyo, B 32(2): 92 (-96; figs. 2, 5-6) (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008376

Common Names

  • False Thistle
  • Pseudosuffultum Thistle
  • Cirsium Thistle

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Description

Cirsium pseudosuffultum (also called 'False Thistle', 'False Sow Thistle', and 'False Bull Thistle', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a low-growing habit and is characterized by its spiny, green foliage and white flower heads. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and is often found in desert scrub and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium pseudosuffultum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium pseudosuffultum has large, purple flower heads with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium pseudosuffultum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Cirsium pseudosuffultum

Cirsium pseudosuffultum can be found in the temperate regions of North America.

Cirsium pseudosuffultum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium pseudosuffultum?

Cirsium pseudosuffultum

What is the common name of Cirsium pseudosuffultum?

False Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium pseudosuffultum?

It is native to the western United States and Canada.

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,