Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atropurpurea
ID:
28085

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.Harper

Source:
gcc

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 28: 483 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027414



Common Names

  • Balduina atropurpurea
  • Atropurpurea Balduina
  • Atropurpurea's Balduina


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Description

Balduina atropurpurea (also called Purple Balduina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with spiny, purple-tinged leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Balduina atropurpurea is used as an ornamental plant, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Balduina atropurpurea is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Balduina atropurpurea is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Balduina atropurpurea

Balduina atropurpurea is native to the Mediterranean region, including Southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Balduina atropurpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Balduina atropurpurea?

Balduina atropurpurea

What is the common name of Balduina atropurpurea?

Purple-flowered thistle

What is the natural habitat of Balduina atropurpurea?

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,

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