Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
frigida
ID:
87789

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 6: 109 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087118



Common Names

  • Frigid Carlina
  • Frigid Star-thistle
  • Carlina frigida


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Description

Carlina frigida (also called Frigid Carline Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Europe and western Asia. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carlina frigida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carlina frigida sub. frigida
Carlina frigida sub. fiumensis (Simonk.) Meusel & Kästner
Carlina frigida sub. renatae Meusel & Dittrich

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carlina frigida has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a single row of petals and a center of yellow disc florets. The seeds are small and black, with a tuft of white hairs at the top. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are deeply divided and have a white underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carlina frigida is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Carlina frigida

Carlina frigida can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Carlina frigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carlina frigida?

Carlina frigida

What is the common name of Carlina frigida?

Frigida Carlina

What is the family of Carlina frigida?

Asteraceae

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-43492: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.