Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
leucophyllus
ID:
4445

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 23: 411 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003774

Common Names

  • Whiteleaf Thistle
  • Silverleaf Thistle
  • Silver Thistle

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Description

Cronquistianthus leucophyllus (also called White-leafed Cronquistianthus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with white flower heads. It is native to the Caucasus and grows in rocky, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cronquistianthus leucophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cronquistianthus leucophyllus is a white, daisy-like flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cronquistianthus leucophyllus is a perennial herb that grows in temperate regions. It is propagated by seed or division. Sow the seed in a well-drained seed-raising mix and keep moist. Divide the clumps of plants in spring or autumn and replant in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cronquistianthus leucophyllus

Cronquistianthus leucophyllus can be found in the mountains of western North America, primarily in California and Oregon.

Cronquistianthus leucophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cronquistianthus leucophyllus?

Cronquistianthus leucophyllus

What type of plant is Cronquistianthus leucophyllus?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Cronquistianthus leucophyllus?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Cronquistianthus genus

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-103644: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.