Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tragacanthifolia
ID:
93953

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klatt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Leopoldina xx. (1884) 94.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093282



Common Names

  • Carlina tragacanthifolia
  • Carlina
  • Tragacanthifolia


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Synonyms

  • Atractylis conformis Barbey [unknown]
  • Carlina conformis (Barbey & Major) P.H.Davis [unknown]

Description

Carlina tragacanthifolia (also called Carline thistle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall, with greyish-green leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carlina tragacanthifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional herbal medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Carlina tragacanthifolia are yellow and have a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carlina tragacanthifolia is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.

Where to Find Carlina tragacanthifolia

Carlina tragacanthifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Carlina tragacanthifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carlina tragacanthifolia?

Carlina tragacanthifolia

What is the common name of Carlina tragacanthifolia?

Gum Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Carlina tragacanthifolia?

It is native to 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