Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
libanotica
ID:
60089

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 10: 95 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059418



Common Names

  • Libanotica Carlina
  • Lebanese Carline Thistle
  • Lebanese Cushion Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Carlina libanotica libanotica [unknown]
  • Carlina libanotica libanotica [unknown]
  • Carlina corymbosa libanotica (Boiss.) Boiss. [unknown]
  • Carlina involucrata libanotica (Boiss.) Meusel & Kästner [unknown]
  • Carlina hispanica galilaea Meusel & A.Kastner [unknown]

Description

Carlina libanotica (also called Lebanese Carline Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Middle East. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in open grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carlina libanotica is a flowering plant that is often grown in gardens for its ornamental value. It is also used medicinally to treat respiratory issues, such as asthma and bronchitis.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carlina libanotica var. microcephala (Post) Bornm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Carlina libanotica are small, yellow-green in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carlina libanotica is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. It can also be grown from seed.

Where to Find Carlina libanotica

Carlina libanotica can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Lebanon, Syria, and Turkey.

Carlina libanotica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carlina libanotica?

Carlina libanotica

What is the common name of Carlina libanotica?

Lebanese Carline Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Carlina libanotica?

It is native to Lebanon and Syria

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-16507: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.