Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dissectus
ID:
80423

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kitag.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Rep. Exped. Manchoukuo Sect. IV 2: 118 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079752



Common Names

  • Dissectus Echinops
  • Echinops Dissectus
  • Dissectus Echinops


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Description

Echinops dissectus (also called Cutleaf globe thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has a short, erect stem, with lance-shaped leaves and small blue flowers. It is found in open areas, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops dissectus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinops dissectus has white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin, pointed petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings are thin and spindly with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops dissectus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of poor soils. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Echinops dissectus

Echinops dissectus can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Echinops dissectus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops dissectus?

Echinops dissectus

What is the common name of Echinops dissectus?

Dissected Globe Thistle

What is the habitat of Echinops dissectus?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas

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-36329: Based on the initial data import
Masao Kitagawa (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitag.' in the authors string.