Genus Carduus (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of annual or perennial Old World prickly thistles.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Carduus is a group of annual or perennial Old World prickly thistles that are commonly found in dry areas.
- The thistle species in the genus Carduus are known for their distinctive purple flowers and sharp, spiny leaves.
- In the genus Carduus, the plants typically grow to be between 30-100 cm tall and have a single stem with a rosette of leaves at the base.
- The genus Carduus is part of the larger family Asteraceae, which includes a wide range of flowering plants commonly known as daisies and sunflowers.
- Some species in the genus Carduus, such as the artichoke thistle, are considered invasive weeds in certain parts of the world.