Status:
valid
Authors:
B.A.Sharipova
Source:
gcc
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Izv. Akad. Nauk Tadzh. SSR, Biol. Nauk 1(114): 66 (1989).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122884
Common Names
- Rassulov's Thistle
- Cirsium
- Rassulov's Cirsium
Description
Cirsium rassulovii (also called Cirsium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has large, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cirsium rassulovii is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cirsium rassulovii has yellow flowers with five petals and a single, long stem. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cirsium rassulovii is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soils and prefers full sun. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Cirsium rassulovii
Cirsium rassulovii is native to Central Asia and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Cirsium rassulovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cirsium rassulovii?
Cirsium rassulovii
What is the common name of Cirsium rassulovii?
Rassulov's thistle
What is the habitat of Cirsium rassulovii?
It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas
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
B. A. Sharipova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.A.Sharipova' in the authors string.