Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hispanica
ID:
67176

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1785

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 1: 624 (1785)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066505



Common Names

  • Carlina hispanica
  • Hispanica Carlina
  • Carlina


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Description

Carlina hispanica (also called 'Spanish Thistle', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has spiny, grey-green leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is commonly found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carlina hispanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant to provide a natural boundary to gardens. The plant has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carlina hispanica sub. globosa (Huter) Meusel & Kästner
Carlina hispanica sub. hispanica
Carlina hispanica sub. major (Lange) Meusel & Kästner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carlina hispanica is a small, yellow daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carlina hispanica is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil.

Where to Find Carlina hispanica

Carlina hispanica is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, open woodlands, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Carlina hispanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carlina hispanica?

Carlina hispanica

What is the common name of Carlina hispanica?

Spanish Carline Thistle

What type of habitat does Carlina hispanica prefer?

Carlina hispanica prefers dry meadows, pastures, and open woods.

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