Cirsium erisithales, the yellow thistle or yellow melancholy thistle, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the thistle tribe within the sunflower family. Cirsium erisithales can reach a height of 50–150 millimetres (2.0–5.9 in). The stems are erect, almost hairless. This plant has just a few leaves, with tooth-shaped lobes. Flower heads are lemon yellow, solitary or in groups.
Cirsium Erisithales Care
Cirsium Erisithales
Other names: Yellow Melancholy Thistle
What is the plant
humidity
Normal
lighting
Shade
hardiness zone
8 - 11
difficulty
Medium
hibernation
Cold Period
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water only occasionally; during summer water can be done more often. Water as needed to keep the soil slightly moist but never soggy.
Pruning
Cut back after flowering.
Sunlight
Semi-shade – this plant needs a lot of sunlight, but it has to be protected from the strongest rays of the sun. In a south-facing window, blinds should be shading it form direct light.
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Soil
Moist but well-drained soil.
Temperature
Ideal temperatures should be approximately 65-75ºF + (18-24ºC +), closer to 70ºF is best.
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