Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aberdaricus
ID:
121544

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 8: 40 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120873



Common Names

  • Echinops aberdaricus
  • Aberdaricus Globe Thistle
  • Aberdaricus Globe Flower


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Description

Echinops aberdaricus (also called 'Aberdare Globe Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces blue flowers. It prefers dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops aberdaricus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops aberdaricus is white and star-shaped. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops aberdaricus is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated in spring or autumn and should be planted in a sunny location. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Echinops aberdaricus

Echinops aberdaricus is native to South Africa and can be found in open grassland and scrubland.

Echinops aberdaricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops aberdaricus?

Echinops aberdaricus

What is the common name of Echinops aberdaricus?

Aberdaricus

What is the habitat of Echinops aberdaricus?

It is found in dry, open habitats in Ethiopia

Species in the Echinops genus

Echinops chardini, Echinops albicaulis, Echinops maracandicus, Echinops tournefortii, Echinops erioceras, Echinops mosulensis, Echinops kazerunensis, Echinops wakhanicus, Echinops mandavillei, Echinops chlorophyllus, Echinops raddeanus, Echinops sintenisii, Echinops hispidus, Echinops fastigiatus, Echinops ilicifolius, Echinops macrophyllus, Echinops tricholepis, Echinops yemenicus, Echinops cornigerus, Echinops pubisquameus, Echinops malacophyllus, Echinops grijsii, Echinops amoenus, Echinops lasiolepis, Echinops sabzevarensis, Echinops tenuisectus, Echinops freitagii, Echinops longipenicillatus, Echinops guineensis, Echinops dagestanicus, Echinops chorassanicus, Echinops dasyanthus, Echinops ritro, Echinops opacifolius, Echinops heteromorphus, Echinops hussonii, Echinops saissanicus, Echinops faucicola, Echinops kermanshahanicus, Echinops registanicus, Echinops avajensis, Echinops robustus, Echinops abuzinadianus, Echinops austro-iranicus, Echinops kasakorum, Echinops pachyphyllus, Echinops gracilis, Echinops psammophilus, Echinops longisetus, Echinops echinatus,

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-82110: Based on the initial data import
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.