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Italian plumeless thistle

Carduus pycnocephalus

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (10 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile).

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Names in Other Languages

Spanish cardo
German knaulköpfige Distel
Portuguese cardo
Arabic lisan el-kalb

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Italian plumeless thistle?
The scientific name of Italian plumeless thistle is Carduus pycnocephalus. It belongs to the genus Carduus.
Where does Italian plumeless thistle live?
Italian plumeless thistle is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (10 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Denmark, France, Ireland, Japan.
What family does Italian plumeless thistle belong to?
Italian plumeless thistle (Carduus pycnocephalus) belongs to the genus Carduus, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.
What kingdom does Italian plumeless thistle belong to?
Italian plumeless thistle (Carduus pycnocephalus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).
What are the closest relatives of Italian plumeless thistle?
The closest relatives of Italian plumeless thistle in the genus Carduus include Bastard Nodding Thistle, slender thistle, Bastard Scotch Thistle, Curled Thistle.

Native Range — 16 Countries

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