Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uliginosum
ID:
3472

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Bieb.) Fisch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Cat. Jard. Gorenki ed. 2, 35 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002801

Common Names

  • Marsh Cirsium
  • Marsh Thistle
  • Marsh Plume Thistle

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Description

Cirsium uliginosum (also called the Marsh Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are lobed and spiny, and pinkish-purple flowers. It grows in marshy areas and can be found in meadows, wetlands, and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Cirsium uliginosum, commonly known as marsh thistle, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirsium uliginosum is white or pinkish, with 5 petals and 5 sepals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirsium uliginosum is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Transplanting can be done in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Cirsium uliginosum

Cirsium uliginosum is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands, and meadows.

Cirsium uliginosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirsium uliginosum?

Cirsium uliginosum

What is the common name of Cirsium uliginosum?

Marsh Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cirsium uliginosum?

Wet meadows and marshes in the western United States

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-10270: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Friedrich August Marschall von Bieberstein (1768-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Bieb.' in the authors string.