Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turocensis
ID:
11389

Status:
valid

Authors:
Margittai

Source:
gcc

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Magyar Bot. Lapok 1914, xiii. 79, hybr.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010718

Common Names

  • Carduus
  • Turoc Thistle
  • Turoc's Thistle

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Description

Carduus turocensis (also called Turoc Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb that grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It is native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico and is found in dry, sandy soils of deserts and plains.

Uses & Benefits

Carduus turocensis is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carduus turocensis has yellow flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carduus turocensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in early spring or fall and replant in a sunny location.

Where to Find Carduus turocensis

Carduus turocensis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Carduus turocensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carduus turocensis?

Carduus turocensis

What is the common name of Carduus turocensis?

Turoc thistle

What is the habitat of Carduus turocensis?

It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 2,000 m (6,600 ft).

Species in the Carduus genus

Carduus afromontanus, Carduus solteszii, Carduus tenuiflorus, Carduus broteroi, Carduus millefolius, Carduus nawaschini, Carduus volutarioides, Carduus angusticeps, Carduus cephalanthus, Carduus myriacanthus, Carduus weizensis, Carduus getulus, Carduus pumilus, Carduus turocensis, Carduus macracanthus, Carduus affinis, Carduus spachianus, Carduus crispus, Carduus transcaspicus, Carduus fissurae, Carduus martinezii, Carduus rechingerianus, Carduus acanthocephalus, Carduus fasciculiflorus, Carduus chrysacanthus, Carduus kerneri, Carduus cantabricus, Carduus acicularis, Carduus pycnocephalus, Carduus budaianus, Carduus argyroa, Carduus schimperi, Carduus meonanthus, Carduus onopordioides, Carduus lobulatus, Carduus kumaunensis, Carduus bourgaei, Carduus aurosicus, Carduus arvaticus, Carduus modestii, Carduus seminudus, Carduus peisonis, Carduus dahuricus, Carduus ibicensis, Carduus keniensis, Carduus macrocephalus, Carduus membranaceus, Carduus leptocephalus, Carduus leptocladus, Carduus maroccanus,

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-110386: Based on the initial data import
Antal Margittai (1880-1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Margittai' in the authors string.