Status:
valid
Authors:
Spreng.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 3: 375 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125166
Common Names
- Pumilum Thistle
- Dwarf Thistle
- Small-flowered Thistle
Synonyms
- Cirsium pumilum candidum Fernald [unknown]
- Cnicus pumilus Torr. [unknown]
- Cnicus pumilus Nutt. [unknown]
- Cirsium pumilum pumilum [unknown]
- Cirsium pumilum pumilum [unknown]
- Carduus pumilus Nutt. [unknown]
- Cnicus odaratus Muhl. ex Steud. [unknown]
- Carduus odoratus Porter [unknown]
- Carduus odoratus Muhl. [unknown]
- Cirsium pumilum pumilum [unknown]
- Cnicus odoratus Britton, Sterns & Poggenb. [unknown]
- Cirsium odoratum (Barton) Petr. [unknown]
Description
Cirsium pumilum (also called Dwarf Thistle, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Cirsium pumilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cirsium pumilum var. hillii (Canby) B.Boivin
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cirsium pumilum is a yellow thistle-like head with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cirsium pumilum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location.
Where to Find Cirsium pumilum
Cirsium pumilum can be found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.
Cirsium pumilum FAQ
What are the growth requirements of Cirsium pumilum?
Cirsium pumilum prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
How can I propagate Cirsium pumilum?
Cirsium pumilum can be propagated from seed or by division of the clumps.
What are the common pests and diseases of Cirsium pumilum?
Cirsium pumilum is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and root rot.
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,