Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanata
ID:
74445

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 828 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073774



Common Names

  • Carlina lanata
  • Woolly Carlina
  • Carlina Lanata Plant


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Synonyms

  • Mitina lanata Cass. [unknown]
  • Carlina pola Hacq. [unknown]
  • Carlina lanata proilfera DC. [unknown]
  • Chromatolepis lanata Dulac [unknown]
  • Carlina lanata pola (Hacq.) Fiori & Bég. [unknown]

Description

Carlina lanata (also called Woolly Carline Thistle, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in grassy habitats and on dry slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Carlina lanata is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carlina lanata is yellow and has a single head. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with yellow-green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carlina lanata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Carlina lanata

Carlina lanata is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Carlina lanata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carlina lanata?

Carlina lanata

What is the family of Carlina lanata?

Asteraceae

Where is Carlina lanata found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

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