Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sipyleum
ID:
62169

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Schwarz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 36: 145 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061498

Common Names

  • Sipyleum Cirsium
  • Cirsium sipyleum
  • Cirsium

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Description

Cirsium sipyleum (also called Sipylea thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a thick, woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1.5 m. Its leaves are deeply lobed and spiny. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium sipyleum is an ornamental plant with attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used in flower beds and borders. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium sipyleum is a small, white flower with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium sipyleum is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring, while seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Cirsium sipyleum

Cirsium sipyleum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Cirsium sipyleum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium sipyleum?

Cirsium sipyleum

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium sipyleum?

It is found in dry, open areas in Europe.

What is the average height of Cirsium sipyleum?

It typically grows to a height of up to 3 feet.

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,

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