Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pygmaea
ID:
94387

Status:
valid

Authors:
Holmboe

Source:
gcc

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Stud. Veg. Cyprus : 184 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093716



Common Names

  • Carlina Pygmaea
  • Pygmy Carline Thistle
  • Pygmy Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Carlina lanata pygmaea Post [unknown]

Description

Carlina pygmaea (also called Dwarf carline thistle, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It is native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in grasslands, rocky slopes and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Carlina pygmaea is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carlina pygmaea has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carlina pygmaea is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Carlina pygmaea

Carlina pygmaea is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is an endangered species in some countries.

Carlina pygmaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carlina pygmaea?

Carlina pygmaea

Where does Carlina pygmaea grow?

Carlina pygmaea grows in the temperate regions of Asia.

What is the size of Carlina pygmaea?

Carlina pygmaea is a small shrub with a height of up to 1.5 meters.

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-49932: Based on the initial data import
Jens Holmboe (1880-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holmboe' in the authors string.