Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baetica
ID:
130801

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Pau

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bol. Real Soc. Esp. Hist. Nat. 23: 245 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130130



Common Names

  • Cynara baetica
  • Baetica
  • Cynara


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Description

Cynara baetica (also called Spanish artichoke, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a stout stem, reaching a height of up to 2 m, with lobed leaves and purple flower heads. It is found in disturbed soils, roadsides, and wastelands.

Uses & Benefits

Cynara baetica has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of fuel wood, and as a medicinal plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cynara baetica sub. baetica
Cynara baetica sub. maroccana Wiklund

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cynara baetica are small and yellow. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynara baetica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Cynara baetica

Cynara baetica can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in the deserts of Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas.

Cynara baetica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynara baetica?

Cynara baetica

What is the common name of Cynara baetica?

Southern globe artichoke

Where is Cynara baetica found?

It is found in 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-91037: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Carlos Pau y Español (1857-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pau' in the authors string.