Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
echinatus
ID:
26863

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 3: 447 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026192



Common Names

  • Echinops echinatus
  • Echinatus Echinops
  • Spiny Globe Thistle


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Description

Echinops echinatus (also called Spiny Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with blue flowers and spiny leaves. It is native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops echinatus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops echinatus is white, with a single row of petals and a center of yellow disc florets. The seed is a small, black achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are thin and upright, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops echinatus is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is drought-tolerant. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the fall or early spring. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of established plants can also be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Echinops echinatus

Echinops echinatus is found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the mountains of Spain and Portugal.

Echinops echinatus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Echinops echinatus?

Echinops echinatus is native to Europe and North Africa.

What type of soil does Echinops echinatus prefer?

Echinops echinatus prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

How much light does Echinops echinatus need?

Echinops echinatus needs full sun to partial shade.

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-12531: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.