Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pungens
ID:
36055

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wallr

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Beitr?ge zur Botanik 2 1844

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035384

Common Names

  • Cocklebur
  • Clotbur
  • Xanthium Pungens

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Synonyms

  • Xanthium pensylvanicum pensylvanicum [unknown]
  • Xanthium pungens pungens [unknown]

Description

Xanthium pungens (also called Prickly Cocklebur, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia. It is found in open, sunny areas, such as pastures, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthium pungens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating skin infections, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Xanthium pungens flower has yellow petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthium pungens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Xanthium pungens

Xanthium pungens is native to North America and can be found in the wild in countries such as the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Xanthium pungens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthium pungens?

Xanthium pungens

What is the common name of Xanthium pungens?

Spiny cocklebur

What is the natural habitat of Xanthium pungens?

Xanthium pungens is native to North America and is found in moist soils, along roadsides, and in disturbed habitats.

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,