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Stemless Carline Thistle

Carlina acaulis, Asteraceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

7 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Mountain GermanderTeucrium montanum
Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent
Dittany of CreteOriganum dictamnus
Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Field EryngoEryngium campestre

Both have deep taproots and compete for similar resources in dry, calcareous soils

Corn ChamomileAnthemis arvensis

Carlina species can produce allelopathic compounds affecting other Asteraceae

Uses

Functions

Soil StabilizationPollinator SupportTraditional MedicineAlpine Garden

Edible Parts

RootsFlower Heads

Medicinal Uses

Digestive BitterAntimicrobialWound HealingDiuretic

Common Questions

What zones does Stemless Carline Thistle grow in?

Stemless Carline Thistle grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Stemless Carline Thistle?

Good companions for Stemless Carline Thistle include Mountain Germander, Dittany of Crete.

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