Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
gcc
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 8: 184 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000053933
Common Names
- Mary's Chondrilla
- Mary's Thistle
- Chondrilla mariae
Description
Chondrilla mariae (also called Mary's Chondrilla, among many other common names) is an herb native to Europe and Asia. It has yellow flowers and is found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Chondrilla mariae is a flowering plant that is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chondrilla mariae has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet with a white pappus. The seedlings are hairy and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chondrilla mariae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Cultivation should be done in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and to apply a balanced fertilizer once a month.
Where to Find Chondrilla mariae
Chondrilla mariae can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Chondrilla mariae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chondrilla mariae?
Chondrilla mariae
What is the family of Chondrilla mariae?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Chondrilla mariae?
Grasslands and disturbed areas
What is the flowering period of Chondrilla mariae?
April to June
What is the distribution of Chondrilla mariae?
Europe and Asia
Species in the Chondrilla genus
Chondrilla phaeocephala,
Chondrilla chondrilloides,
Chondrilla aspera,
Chondrilla macrocarpa,
Chondrilla bosseana,
Chondrilla pauciflora,
Chondrilla ramosissima,
Chondrilla laticoronata,
Chondrilla brevirostris,
Chondrilla macra,
Chondrilla juncea,
Chondrilla lejosperma,
Chondrilla urumoffii,
Chondrilla tenuiramosa,
Chondrilla graminea,
Chondrilla latifolia,
Chondrilla speciosum,
Chondrilla mujunkumensis,
Chondrilla ambigua,
Chondrilla setulosa,
Chondrilla piptocoma,
Chondrilla mariae,
Chondrilla venetum,
Chondrilla canescens,
Chondrilla kusnezovii,
Chondrilla maracandica,
Chondrilla yossii,
Chondrilla ambigua,
Chondrilla gibbirostris,
Chondrilla evae,
Chondrilla ornata,
Chondrilla piptocoma,
Chondrilla ramosissima,
Chondrilla mujunkumensis,
Chondrilla setulosa,
Chondrilla rouillieri,
Chondrilla spinosa,
Chondrilla leiosperma,
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,