Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oligocephala
ID:
91840

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Kotschy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 3: 51 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091169



Common Names

  • Carlina Oligocephala
  • Oligocephala Carlina
  • Oligocephala


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Description

Carlina oligocephala (also called Few-headed Carline Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 10–50 cm. It is native to Europe, North Africa and the Caucasus, and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and heaths. It has narrow, linear leaves and small yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Carlina oligocephala is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carlina oligocephala sub. oligocephala
Carlina oligocephala sub. microcephala (Boiss.) Meusel & Kästner
Carlina oligocephala sub. pallescens (Wettst.) Meusel & Kästner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carlina oligocephala is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carlina oligocephala is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned back in the spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Carlina oligocephala

Carlina oligocephala is native to Europe, and can be found in dry grasslands, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Carlina oligocephala FAQ

What are the common names of Carlina oligocephala?

Common names of Carlina oligocephala include carlina, carlina oligocephala, and oligocephala carlina.

What is the flowering period of Carlina oligocephala?

Carlina oligocephala typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

What is the habitat of Carlina oligocephala?

Carlina oligocephala is typically found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

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-47436: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor Kotschy (1813-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kotschy' in the authors string.