Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
circassicus
ID:
40029

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Albov) Galushko

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Fl. Severn. Kavkaza 3: 229 (1980):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039358

Common Names

  • Circassian Thistle
  • Circassian Cotton Thistle
  • Circassian Cotton-Thistle

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Description

Psephellus circassicus (also called Circassian Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that can grow up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Caucasus region and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psephellus circassicus is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psephellus circassicus is yellow in color and has a diameter of about 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psephellus circassicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to divide the plant in early spring or late fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in the fall or early spring and cover lightly with soil. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate. Thin the seedlings to the desired spacing when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Psephellus circassicus

Psephellus circassicus is found in the Caucasus Mountains.

Psephellus circassicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psephellus circassicus?

Psephellus circassicus

What is the common name of Psephellus circassicus?

Circassian Thistle

What type of plant is Psephellus circassicus?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Psephellus circassicus found?

Eastern Europe and Western Asia

What is the growth habit of Psephellus circassicus?

Upright, clump-forming

Species in the Psephellus genus

Psephellus pergamaceus, Psephellus alexeenkoi, Psephellus integrifolius, Psephellus debedicus, Psephellus bellus, Psephellus simplicicaulis, Psephellus maleevii, Psephellus congestus, Psephellus daghestanicus, Psephellus holtzii, Psephellus pulcherrimus, Psephellus aucherianus, Psephellus galactochroa, Psephellus brevifimbriatus, Psephellus marschallianus, Psephellus bornmuelleri, Psephellus iljinii, Psephellus dittrichii, Psephellus popovae, Psephellus somcheticus, Psephellus araxinus, Psephellus kemulariae, Psephellus xeranthemoides, Psephellus woronowii, Psephellus straminicephalus, Psephellus schischkinii, Psephellus kobstanicus, Psephellus transcaucasicus, Psephellus yildizii, Psephellus goeksunensis, Psephellus xanthocephalus, Psephellus pambakensis, Psephellus schistosus, Psephellus freynii, Psephellus leuzeoides, Psephellus circassicus, Psephellus kopet-daghensis, Psephellus gamidii, Psephellus phaeopappoides, Psephellus boissieri, Psephellus trinervius, Psephellus czerepanovii, Psephellus barbeyi, Psephellus manakyanii, Psephellus carbonatus, Psephellus fajvuschii, Psephellus arpensis, Psephellus ciscaucasicus, Psephellus annae, Psephellus paucilobus,

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-138056: Based on the initial data import
Anatoli Galushko (1926-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galushko' in the authors string.
Nikolai Mikhailovich Albov (1866-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Albov' in the authors string.