Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subuliforme
ID:
21668

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.B.Ownbey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 50(5): 321 (-322) (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020997

Common Names

  • Cirsium subuliforme
  • Subuliforme Cirsium
  • Subuliforme

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Description

Cirsium subuliforme (also called Awl-leaved Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces purple flowers in the summer. It typically grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium subuliforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium subuliforme is a white or pale pink, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium subuliforme is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be cultivated in a variety of soils, including clay, loam, and sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Cirsium subuliforme

Cirsium subuliforme is found in the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to Turkey.

Cirsium subuliforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium subuliforme?

Cirsium subuliforme

What is the common name of Cirsium subuliforme?

Needle-leaved Thistle

Where is Cirsium subuliforme found?

Cirsium subuliforme is found in Europe and North Africa.

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-120306: Based on the initial data import
Gerald Bruce Ownbey (b.1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.B.Ownbey' in the authors string.