Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albicaulis
ID:
1491

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kar. & Kir.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 15: 387 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000820



Common Names

  • White-stemmed Echinops
  • White-stemmed Globe Thistle
  • White-stemmed Globe-thistle


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Description

Echinops albicaulis (also called white-stemmed globe thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in dry, rocky soils in grasslands and open woodlands. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and spiny, silvery-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops albicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops albicaulis is a yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops albicaulis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Echinops albicaulis

Echinops albicaulis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Echinops albicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops albicaulis?

Echinops albicaulis

What is the common name of Echinops albicaulis?

Albicaulis

What is the natural habitat of Echinops albicaulis?

Grassy areas and open woodlands

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-100783: Based on the initial data import
Grigori Karelin (1801-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kar.' in the authors string.
Ivan Petrovich Kirilov (1821-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kir.' in the authors string.