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Spiny Cocklebur

Xanthium spinosum

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (14 countries), Asia (21 countries), Europe (34 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Kiribati, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Asterales (Daisies & Sunflowers)

Family

Asteraceae (Daisy Family)

Genus

Xanthium

Species

Xanthium spinosum (Spiny Cocklebur)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish abrojos

French Lampourde épineuse

German Dorn-Spitzklette

Portuguese arzola

Similar Species in Xanthium

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Argentine Cocklebur

Xanthium ambrosioides

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spiny Cocklebur?

The scientific name of Spiny Cocklebur is Xanthium spinosum. It belongs to the genus Xanthium.

Where does Spiny Cocklebur live?

Spiny Cocklebur is found in Widely distributed across Africa (14 countries), Asia (21 countries), Europe (34 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Kiribati, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).. Countries include Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil.

What family does Spiny Cocklebur belong to?

Spiny Cocklebur (Xanthium spinosum) belongs to the genus Xanthium, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.

What kingdom does Spiny Cocklebur belong to?

Spiny Cocklebur (Xanthium spinosum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Spiny Cocklebur?

The closest relatives of Spiny Cocklebur in the genus Xanthium include Argentine Cocklebur, Burweed, Californian Burr.