common cocklebur (Xanthium orientale)
Xanthium orientale, or Common Cocklebur, is an annual herbaceous weed known for its spiny burrs. It thrives in disturbed soils. All parts, especially seedlings and seeds,
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Sunlight
Thrives in full sun.
Watering
Requires moderate moisture but tolerates dry conditions.
Soil
Prefers moist, fertile, disturbed soils but tolerates a wide range of soil types including heavy clays.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures for active growth.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Typically requires no fertilization, thriving in nutrient-rich soils.
Care Requirements
Thrives in full sun.
Requires moderate moisture but tolerates dry conditions.
Prefers moist, fertile, disturbed soils but tolerates a wide range of soil types including heavy clays.
Prefers warm temperatures for active growth.
Outdoor
Typically requires no fertilization, thriving in nutrient-rich soils.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.5-2 m
Spread
0.3-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Seeds can remain dormant in soil for several years.
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Lobed
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderAsterales
- familyAsteraceae
- genusXanthium
- speciesXanthium orientale
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 8/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 8/5
Edible
No
All parts of the plant are toxic, especially seedlings and seeds, due to the presence of carboxyatractyloside. Ingestion can cause severe gastrointestinal distress, liver damage, and death in livestock and humans.