Description
Echinops araneosus (also called 'Spider Globe Thistle', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, western Asia, and North Africa, where it is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has small, white flowers and spiny, globular heads.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Echinops araneosus is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and spiny.
Cultivation and Propagation
Echinops araneosus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the clumps. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a cold frame.
Where to Find Echinops araneosus
Echinops araneosus is native to Turkey and can be found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.