Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inevitabile
ID:
41369

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Erikss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 119(2): 178 (1995) (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040698

Common Names

  • Athroisma inevitabile
  • Inevitable Thistle
  • Inevitable Star-thistle

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Description

Athroisma inevitabile (also called 'Inevitable Thistle', among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests. It has purple flowers and a rosette of leaves with spiny edges.

Uses & Benefits

Athroisma inevitabile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Athroisma inevitabile has white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athroisma inevitabile is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to water regularly during the growing season and to fertilize occasionally.

Where to Find Athroisma inevitabile

Athroisma inevitabile is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Athroisma inevitabile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athroisma inevitabile?

Athroisma inevitabile

What is the common name of Athroisma inevitabile?

Inescapable athroisma

What is the natural habitat of Athroisma inevitabile?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-139356: Based on the initial data import
Torsten Eriksson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Erikss.' in the authors string.