Cirsium erisithales aka Yellow Thistle
Taxonomy ID: 15305
Cirsium erisithales, also known as the yellow thistle or yellow melancholy thistle, is a clump-forming perennial herbaceous plant in the tribe Cardueae within the family Asteraceae. It can reach a height of up to 1.5m and has sticky stems and long, deeply divided, spiny leaves. In the summer, it produces tall stems with nodding, thistle-like flowers that have tubular, light yellow petals. The plant belongs to the thistle tribe within the sunflower family and typically grows to a height of 50-150 millimeters. Its erect stems are almost hairless and it features just a few leaves with tooth-shaped lobes. The flower heads are solitary or in groups and are a vibrant lemon yellow color.
Common names
Yellow Thistle, Yellow Melancholy ThistleMore information about Yellow Thistle
How difficult is it to take care of Yellow Thistle
If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Yellow Thistle is a great choice to test your gardening skills.
What are the water needs for Yellow Thistle
Yellow Thistle should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
What is the right soil for Yellow Thistle
Yellow Thistle loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
Is Yellow Thistle toxic to humans/pets?
Ploi lacks confirmed information on the toxicity of this plant. If you, a relative, or your pet accidentally consume plant material with unknown toxicity, it's best to consult a medical expert.
What seasonal care does Yellow Thistle need?
During the cold period, it is common for Yellow Thistle to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.
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