Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
racemiforme
ID:
12541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ling & C.Shih

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 22(6): 445 (1984) (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011870

Common Names

  • Racemiforme
  • Cirsium racemiforme
  • Racemiforme

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Description

Cirsium racemiforme (also called Racemiform Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has small, purple flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium racemiforme is an ornamental plant that is often used in flower beds and borders. It has a long blooming period and is attractive to butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used to make a tea that can help with digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cirsium racemiforme has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium racemiforme is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in a sunny position in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cirsium racemiforme

Cirsium racemiforme is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Cirsium racemiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium racemiforme?

Cirsium racemiforme

What is the common name of Cirsium racemiforme?

Racemiform Thistle

Where is Cirsium racemiforme native to?

North America

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-111498: Based on the initial data import
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.