J Chromatogr B Analyt Technol Biomed Life Sci. Several recent studies (Kok 1980, Trumble and Kok 1980a, 1980b) have shown that the weevil Rhinocyllus conicus is not adversely affected by field applications of 2,4-D. These species are Psylliodes chalsomera, Rhinocyllus conicus, and Ceutorhynchuys trimaculatus. By~nFVxe+@Gb.!|`.P>{mD[W..|J0#d]&s,G&+XL}[RSY'rQ+hpsq:+Xlm"5 Munz, P. A. The seeds start to germinate in the fall with the first effective rain. Cone sprayers produce greater atomization of the chemicals and increase the chance of drift into unwanted areas. Epub 2022 Jan 27. Bendall (1974) describes a grazing control method that has proven successful in Australia: thistle-infested areas are closed to grazing in the fall when seedlings appear. 3152 Paradise Drive, Room 101, Tiburon, CA 94920. Box 2739 Avalon, CA 90704 (310) 510-1299 jknapp@catalinaconservancy.org Joseph DiTomaso University of California-Davis In high fertility situations, using a roller to compact the soil is recommended during seedbed preparation (but not during seed sowing). Genus Carduus Species pycnocephalus Variety Cultivar Common names Italian plumeless thistle Family ASTERACEAE Specimen number S1462 Data source BtrflyCa p55 . Similarly, plants which are cut close to flowering time can produce seed on the cut portion. [web application]. 1979). carduus Carduus pycnocephalus var. Due to the similarities of the two species, there may be more Turkish thistle near to where it has already been found that was misidentified as Italian thistle (Porter Anonymous. pycnocephalus) and the plants in question, Gaskin et al. Carduus pycnocephalus L.: Chile (South America)United States (North America). It prefers soils of high fertility, and its seedlings establish best on bare or disturbed sites (Wheatley 1971, Parsons 1973). This usually forces a massive germination of thistles that can be destroyed during cultivation (Wheatley and Collett 1981). Is this Weed Toxic? The fungal rust Puccinia Carduii-pycnocephali Sydow, is known to occur only on the genus Carduus (Batra et al. Cauline leaves are tomentose on the underside and contain spines on the lobe tips. It is widely distributed in disturbed open sites, roadsides, pastures, annual grasslands, and waste areas across much of California. Psylliodes chalcomera was a fairly consistent associate of C. pycnocephalus in its vegetative and early reproductive stages throughout central and southern Italy. The growth of C. pycnocephalus is favored more by the addition of nitrogen than by phosphorus or potassium. For this method to be successful, the autumn grazing break is necessary so that vigorous growth of other plants is allowed to occur, forcing the thistles to grow tall and tender. For larger areas where the thistles are dominant, cultivation and cropping is a successful method of control provided a vigorous perennial pasture is established immediately after the cropping phase. A significant amount of seed can be produced even if thistles are constantly mowed at 8 cm (Tasmanian Department of Agriculture 1977). This weevil mainly reproduces on certain thistles belonging to the Carduus-Silybumcirsium complex. Rhinocyllus conicus was first introduced into Canada in 1968 for the biological control of musk thistle (Carduus nutans L.) and plumeless thistle (Carduus acanthoides L.) (Harris and Zwolfer 1971). In California, more than 40 species of indigenous or introduced phytophagous insects have adopted this alien weed as an alternate food-plant, at least 15 of which also find it a suitable reproductive host. Generally it does poorly on the surface of a bare seedbed, but on the surface of clay soils it shows 70% germination. b. Carduus pycnocephalus, with common names including Italian thistle, Italian plumeless thistle, and Plymouth thistle, is a species of thistle. MECHANICAL CONTROL. Even with freezing temperatures during the daily cold period, germination was optimum if warm-period temperatures were from 5 to 20 C (Evans et al. However, according to Charles Turner (1985) of the USDA Biocontrol Lab in Albany, California, it is possible that these insects may also prey on several of the endangered native thistles in the genus CIRSIUM. On soils of naturally high fertility, thistle invasion can be expected at an earlier stage than on poorer soils. The length of time the seeds can survive in the soil is not known but appears to be at least 8 years (Parsons 1973). [2][6] It is a C-listed weed by the California Department of Agriculture and a Moderate Invasive Plant rating by the California Invasive Plant Council. pycnocephalus Name Two other rusts, Puccinia centaureae dc and Puccinia galatica Sydow are also reported to attack Carduus pycnocephalus, but their impact has not been researched (Batra et al. pycnocephalus Carduus tenuiflorus var. Flowerheads narrow and in terminal clusters of 1 to 5. Diagnostic Characteristics: Carduus pycnocephalus can be distinguished from other thistle species by its relatively small and few terminal flowerheads and narrow phyllaries with copious tiny, firm, It is native to: the Mediterranean region in southern Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia; East Europe and the Caucasus; and the Indian Subcontinent. Biological control techniques for Carduus species have been extensively studied. Because of this concern, their use has been somewhat limited. Italian thistle invades pastures and rangeland. Since it is a nonselective herbicide, it must be carefully applied. Only 2-3 weeks should be required for control. The seeds start to germinate in the fall with the first effective rain. In the U.S. it is found in only a few parts of Texas and Arkansas but is rapidly spreading and "out of control" in most of California (Dunn 1976). Our website has detected that you are using an outdated insecure browser that will prevent you from using the site. Carduus pycnocephalus is present on both the Ring Mountain and Jepson Prairie preserves in California, with Ring Mountain having the most significant infestation. (Goeden and Ricker 1978). The blanketing effect of overwintering rosettes can severely reduce the establishment of other plants, as the leaves of the rosette can become erect in dense stands (Parsons 1973). It is most effective when applied in February or March at 1/8 to 1/16 lb acid equivalent per acre. 1979). 1981). [8][9] Its tendency to grow under the canopy of oaks increases the risk of wildfire damage to the trees, as fire can more easily spread to the canopy. 9PA$R-T8K3!"m8!NFC 8Lfyp4Mk^.nau]boY@f1!($4F &h4.L1=T]eC[,`9ZCxh2 C. pycnocephalus germinates at temperature and moisture regimes and in seedbed environments which would inhibit the germination of the alien annual grass species that presently dominate California grasslands. Carduus nutans L. Photo by California Department of Food and Agriculture The labels also give more precise information on mixing and safety precautions. It is prohibited to transport, buy, sell, offer for sale, or distribute plants or plant parts of quarantined species into or within the state of Washington or to sell, offer for sale, or distribute seed packets of seed, flower seed blends, or wildflower mixes of quarantined species into or within the state of Washington. This usually forces a massive germination of thistles that can be destroyed during cultivation (Wheatley and Collett 1981). CHEMICAL CONTROL. Cone sprayers produce greater atomization of the chemicals and increase the chance of drift into unwanted areas. 1979). In field situations, the added hardship of intra- and interspecific competition may cause a greater effect on thistle populations. N5D#uD0qBsOb^g
other members of the genus Carduus such as C. pycnocephalus have been reported to have potent antiinflammatory activity (Conforti et al., 2009). Larvae of Rhinocyllus conicus feed within the flowerheads of C. pycnocephalus, mining the receptacle and destroying the developing achenes (Goeden 1974, 1978). It occurs in a variety of disturbed habitats and germinates rapidly and in large numbers. In southern Europe, all major parts of C. pycnocephalus plants are damaged by one or more insect species, whereas in southern California the thistles are relatively free of insect damage. Biological control agents, particularly the weevil Rhinocyllus conicus and the rust Puccinia Carduii-pycnocephali, show considerable promise in controlling C. pycnocephalus. Chem Biodivers. For questions about the quarantine list, contact the Washington State Department of Agriculture's Plant Services Program at (360) 902-1874 or email PlantServices@agr.wa.gov. Ants may also play a role in dispersing the seeds (Uphof 1942). In California, more than 40 species of indigenous or introduced phytophagous insects have adopted this alien weed as an alternate food-plant, at least 15 of which also find it a suitable reproduc- tive host. It is native to: the Mediterranean region in southern Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia; East Europe and the Caucasus; and the Indian Subcontinent. endstream
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Continuous grazing significantly reduces thistle numbers but is not as effective as the use of an autumn break (Bendall 1973). Munz, P. A. Mowing or slashing is not always reliable because the plant can regrow from the base and produce seeds very quickly. Statistical analyses, on both chemical and biomolecular results, revealed that individuals clustered according to their taxonomic classification. Bookshelf Because of this concern, their use has been somewhat limited. Drought favors a rapid increase in the thistle population. Home | Contact | UW Privacy | UW Terms of Use. See our Written Findingsfor more information about Italian thistle (Carduus pycnocephalus), Clark County NWCB Fact Sheeton Italian Thistle, 1111 Washington Street SE "Larvae thought to be Ceutorhynchus trimacu- latus were recovered from mines in crowns of C. pycnocephalus rosettes in central Italy, though only adults were positively identified as fairly consistent associates of this plant. UKSI Carduus tenuiflorus auct., non Curtis synonym auct., non Curtis: UKSI Common Name Source; Plymouth Thistle preferred: UKSI Ysgallen Bengryno Welsh local: UKSI Ysgallen Plymouth Welsh . This has proven most effective during the spring and early summer. For larger areas where the thistles are dominant, cultivation and cropping is a successful method of control provided a vigorous perennial pasture is established immediately after the cropping phase. 1982). No after-ripening is required, and seeds can germinate either rapidly or after a long dormancy period. An official website of the United States government. %%EOF
Slenderflower thistle, Carduus tenuiflorus, is similar but it generally has more flowerheads (5-20), than Italian thistle, Carduus pycnocephalus (1-5 flowerheads). A variety of herbicides have been used on C. pycnocephalus, but they give only temporary control (Wheatley and Collett 1981). Barcode of Life Data Systems (BOLDS) Stats Public Records: 1Specimens with Barcodes: 1Species With Barcodes: 1, Rounded National Status Rank: NNA - Not Applicable, Rounded Global Status Rank: GNR - Not Yet Ranked. Where a presentation is not available, find more information by reading the abstract in the Cal-IPC Symposia Archive. Leaves green and nearly hairless above and have cobwebby hairs below. Stem: 2--20 dm, glabrous or slightly woolly, narrowly spiny-winged. 8 0 obj
(eds. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Surfactants affect the surface property of the spray by lowering surface tension to increase the herbicide's effectiveness. In southern Europe, all major parts of C. pycnocephalus plants are damaged by one or more insect species, whereas in southern California the thistles are relatively free of insect damage. 1979). Surfactants affect the surface property of the spray by lowering surface tension to increase the herbicide's effectiveness. Carduus pycnocephalus and C. tenuiflorus behaved as short-season annuals, C. vulgare and Onopordum showed a strongly biennial response, and the other species were annual except for C. nutans . Additional research needs to be conducted on insects that can be used to control C. pycnocephalus and on the potential impact of these insects upon endangered native Cirsium species (Kok et al. of Agriculture and caused significant damage to the reproductive structures of the Italian thistle have not been utilized, due to concerns about possible predation of California's native thistle species. [3], Flower heads are 2-5 per cluster, densely matted with cobwebby hairs at the base of the phyllaries and spiny towards the tips. Several recent studies (Kok 1980, Trumble and Kok 1980a, 1980b) have shown that the weevil Rhinocyllus conicus is not adversely affected by field applications of 2,4-D. Olympia, WA 98504-2560. Comments: It displaces desirable forage or cover plants, but more commonly colonizes disturbed habitats where interspecific competition is less intense (Goeden 1974). The .gov means its official. Development of an innovative and sustainable one-step method for rapid plant DNA isolation for targeted PCR using magnetic ionic liquids.
Where does it grow? Please see WAC 16-752 for more information on the quarantine list. 3152 Paradise Drive, Room 101, Tiburon, CA 94920. Deferring autumn grazing of sheep has been effective in reducing stand density because the thistles grow etiolated and less spiny when competing with ungrazed grasses. Carduus pycnocephalus was one of the first weeds selected for biological control study by the USDA (Schroeder 1980). C. pycnocephalus seeds exhibit polymorphism, with brown seeds that have less mucilage and germinate at lower temperatures than silver seeds. Additional research needs to be conducted on insects that can be used to control C. pycnocephalus and on the potential impact of these insects upon endangered native Cirsium species (Kok et al. [5][10], Biological control agents have limited success with Carduus pycnocephalus. Without management it cannot be eliminated and may completely carpet the site. 2023. Chemicals such as Picloram and 2,4-D may be of some use in controlling the weed, but an integrated management program involving a combination of techniques will prove most effective. Seeds are also spread when infested pastures are cut and the hay fed to animals on clean areas. The brown seeds do not usually dehisce from the seedheads, and this may be important in the establishment of these seeds in the seedbed litter (Evans et al. Ornano L, Venditti A, Donno Y, Sanna C, Ballero M, Bianco A. Nat Prod Res. The greatest diurnal fluctuation that supported optimum germination was 10 C for 16 hours and 35 C for 8 hours in each 24-hour period. 1981). Hand pulling, cultivation, and grazing are all effective control measures. Carduus pycnocephalus is an annual herb that is not native to California. Chemical control can be achieved with a variety of products including: Clopyralid, glyphosate, Diquat, Picloram, and 2, 4-D ester. Italian Plumeless-thistle - Italian plumeless thistle. According to Goeden (1974), C. pycnocephalus serves as an alternative food-plant or breeding host to a diversity of phytophagous insects, most of which are euryphagous, ectophagous, sap- or foliage-feeding species. The search for its natural enemies has included Italy, Greece, Iran, and Pakistan, as well as southern California (Baloch et al. Italian thistlegrows in dry, open area such as pastures, rangeland, right-of-ways, and waste areas. q\7B 4` Fq 4^Fb1304Z0C!Hc#Id IRiTRD) %B)HeALL
le-yHEsqAr*m Carduus pycnocephalus L, which is related to the Astraceae family, was well-known as a privileged medicinal plant that has innumerable respected biological potency. Ethiopian traditional medi- . In southern Europe, more than 80 species are associated with C. pycnocephalus; about one third of them are stenophagous and restricted to host plants belonging to the tribe Cynareae. C. pycnocephalus seeds exhibit polymorphism, with brown seeds that have less mucilage and germinate at lower temperatures than silver seeds. Carduus species can be distinguished from native and introduced Cirsium species by their simple pappus hairs. Yes, I would like to receive emails from California Invasive Plant Council. subsp. The mucilage is abundant and adhesive enough to aid in seed dispersal (Evans et al. However, caution must be exercised when using these products, and their use is not always appropriate, especially near water surfaces and other sensitive natural habitats. Carduus speciesUnlike , Cirsium species have feathery, plumose pappus hairs (Douglas et al. Tel. It is widely distributed in disturbed open sites, roadsides, pastures, annual grasslands, and waste areas across much of California. Seed germination rate in Carduus pycnocephalus is very high, ranging between 83-96%. 1980). Several management techniques appear promising, and integrated control operations involving a combination of practices need investigation. intermedius - C. p . 2022 Mar;19(3):e202100827. Disclaimer. J Chromatogr B Analyt Technol Biomed Life Sci. The effects of prescribed fire on C. pycnocephalus also need investigation. Marengo A, Maciel LS, Cagliero C, Rubiolo P, Herodes K. Plants (Basel). Carduus pycnocephalus reproduces only by seed. High pH (6.5) also favors growth (Bendall 1975). Thistles will invade basalt soils earlier than granite soils, and granite soils before sedimentary soils (Wheatley and Collett 1981). 1981). To control by cutting, use a sharpened shovel at the top of the root crown. The weevil was released on infestations of Italian and slender-flower thistles at 16 sites in 11 counties in northern California during 1975-77 with establishment at most of the sites (Hawkes et al. 1971, Baloch and Kahn 1973, Goeden 1974). Seeds of C. pycnocephalus exhibit rapid germination (within 2 weeks) at optimum temperatures (Evans et al. Pobierz bezpatne zdjcia i wektory kolce oset. Management Research Needs: A great deal of research has been conducted on Carduus species throughout the world, but much more needs to be done on Carduus pycnocephalus. Slashing is more effective than mowing as it destroys the aerial part of the plant more thoroughly (Parsons 1973). C. pycnocephalus apparently arrived in California during the 1930s (Goeden 1974). Jordon-Thaden and Louda (2003) and Barros et al. [11] Puccinia cardui-pycnocephali is a species of rust (fungus) apparently exclusive to Carduus pycnocephalus. Seed dispersal by water and on animals and machinery is less important (Parsons 1973). 1959. The multiple stems are winged with spines. The ITS region was sequenced in parallel, and a PCR-RFLP method was applied with three selective restriction enzymes. Prior to using any herbicide, check with the County Agricultural Commissioner to determine which chemicals are legal to use in a given situation. The current research aims to . Site by, Weed biological control agents approved for California, Taking to the air to locate, prioritize and treat effectively, Tackling invasive plants on California Sept. of Fish & Game lands, Lessons from the front: Taking stock to avoid surprises, California Exotic Pest Plant Council draft list exotic plants of greatest concern October 1993. medicinal plants for their daily healthcare needs (Ojewole, 2004). Chemicals such as Picloram and 2,4-D may be of some use in controlling the weed, but an integrated management program involving a combination of techniques will prove most effective. A great deal of research has been conducted on Carduus species throughout the world, but much more needs to be done on Carduus pycnocephalus. Carduus tenuiflorus Carduus acanthoide Carduus pycnocephalus Carduus nutans 1 of 4 2013 1. (Asteraceae), an endemic species of La Maddalena Archipelago (Sardinia--Italy). Sheep selectively graze the tender thistles and will kill 90-95% of the weeds. Then sheep will graze the thistle along with the grass. Dr. McHenry recommends using a flat-fan nozzle (Spraying Systems Co. #8003 or 8004 nozzle tip) rather than the cone nozzles available on most garden sprayers. 2,4-D has been applied to C. pycnocephalus with limited success (Taylor 1977). Seeds buried 1.3 cm deep show the highest percentage emergence, whereas 20 to 25% of seeds buried 5 to 10 cm deep remain dormant. Seed dispersal by water and on animals and machinery is less important (Parsons 1973). GRAZING, Grazing by sheep, goats, and horses can be effective in control- ling thistles, but cattle are of little value (Parsons 1973). Serv., U.S.D.A. Picloram kills half the test animals (LD50) at 8000 mg/kg body weight and is considered to be of "relatively no hazard." The distance that seeds can be spread by wind is not known, but it is at least several hundred meters. 1971, Baloch and Kahn 1973, Goeden 1974). 1985. Identification and characterization of major flavonoids and caffeoylquinic acids in three Compositae plants by LC/DAD-APCI/MS. SEED DISPERSAL. 1979). The greatest diurnal fluctuation that supported optimum germination was 10 C for 16 hours and 35 C for 8 hours in each 24-hour period. Seeds buried 1.3 cm deep show the highest percentage emergence, whereas 20 to 25% of seeds buried 5 to 10 cm deep remain dormant. Tropicos does not categorize distributions as native or non-native. Application should be at the rate of 1-1.5 lbs/100 gallons of water with 1 quart of surfactant/100 gallons. marmoratus - C. p . Cauline leaves are tomentose on the underside and contain spines on the . [8] Other rust species have been found on Italian thistle as well. This species has been studied in depth by USDA entomologists as a natural enemy of musk thistle, but certainly should also be considered for importation into California for C. pycnocephalus control" (Goeden 1974). 2,4-D can be used in combination with biological control measures to control Carduus. Two fungi have been evaluated as agents on Italian thistle. (Goeden and Ricker 1978). Carduus pycnocephalus was one of the first weeds selected for biological control study by the USDA (Schroeder 1980). 2,4-D has been applied to C. pycnocephalus with limited success (Taylor 1977). hbbd```b``"o5 IDu0&IsNGR"Y:@$ ")\OYwoybSUU!U?7! xmY@P%i7"ri|? These species are Psylliodes chalsomera, Rhinocyllus conicus, and Ceutorhynchuys trimaculatus. 1978). 1982 . The length of time the seeds can survive in the soil is not known but appears to be at least 8 years (Parsons 1973). Note: This information is based on publications available through Tropicos and may not represent the entire distribution. Please click here to see a county level distribution map of Italian thistle in Washington. Carduus pycnocephalus can be distinguished from other thistle species by its relatively small and few terminal flowerheads and narrow phyllaries with copious tiny, firm, forward-pointing hairs, especially on the midrib (Hitchcock and Cronquist 1973). Biological control agents, particularly the weevil Rhinocyllus conicus and the rust Puccinia Carduii-pycnocephali, show considerable promise in controlling C. pycnocephalus. The areas are then heavily grazed with sheep at more than twice the normal stocking rate. Genus Carduus which belongs to the family Astraceae includes approximately 100 species worldwide ( Chaudhary, 2000) and is widely distributed around the Mediterranean. FOIA The hydroalcoholic extracts of four wild edible Carduus species collected in Sardinia (Carduus argyroa Biv., Carduus nutans subsp. C. pycnocephalus seeds are mucilaginous, unlike most other thistles. doi: 10.1002/cbdv.202100827. Italian plumeless thistle, compact-headed thistle, Italian thistle, University of Alaska Anchorage, Alaska Natural Heritage Program, Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board, http://wiki.bugwood.org/index.php?title=Carduus_pycnocephalus&oldid=49872, Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health at the University of Georgia, This page was last modified 15:09, 18 December 2013 by. -. It occurs in a variety of disturbed habitats and germinates rapidly and in large numbers. Careers. These thistles can be cultivated or manually removed when small. 463 0 obj
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Additional research needs to be conducted on insects that can be used to control C. pycnocephalus and on the potential impact of these insects upon endangered native Cirsium species (Kok et al. Grubbing hoes must cut the plants 2 to 4 inches below ground level to prevent resprouting from dormant axillary buds. Near streams or lakes particular cautions should be taken when using herbicides. The following is a representative barcode sequence, the centroid of all available sequences for this species. The multiple stems are winged with spines. The adults are foliage feeders, but more importantly the larvae mine crowns of rosettes and tips of expanding and expanded shoots, blasting the latter, and thus reduce the production of flowerheads. Missouri Botanical Garden, 4344 Shaw Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63110 USA, http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/, http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/, http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/, Species of concern in the Puget Sound watershed, Marine invertebrates of Puget Sound and adjacent waters, Terrestrial vertebrates of the Puget Sound watershed, USGS: Nonindigenous Aquatic Species in Puget Sound, Washington Natural Heritage Programspecies lists. Seedlings grow through the winter as rosettes and produce flowering stalks in the late spring before the summer drought. C. pycnocephalus seeds are mucilaginous, unlike most other thistles. The chemical is noncorrosive and is generally considered nonharmful to wildlife. Please enable it to take advantage of the complete set of features! Before http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/, http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/, http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/, Carduus tenuiflorus var. 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