Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
athanasioides
ID:
1319247

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Paiva & S.Ortiz) S.Ortiz & Paiva

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 67(1): 8 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331701



Common Names

  • Cardosoa athanasioides
  • Athanasioides Cardosoa
  • Cardosoa athanasioid


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Description

Cardosoa athanasioides (also called Athanasio's thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a woody stem and spiny leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cardosoa athanasioides is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cardosoa athanasioides has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cardosoa athanasioides is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division or seeds. Division should be done in early spring or late autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Cardosoa athanasioides

Cardosoa athanasioides is native to Ethiopia and can be found in the northern and western parts of the country.

Cardosoa athanasioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cardosoa athanasioides?

Cardosoa athanasioides

What is the common name of Cardosoa athanasioides?

Athanasioides Cardosoa

Where is Cardosoa athanasioides found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Cardosoa genus

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

Santiago Ortiz Nuñez (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Ortiz' in the authors string.
Jorge Américo Rodrigues Paiva (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paiva' in the authors string.