Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
emiliae
ID:
118145

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Schwarz ex P.H.Davis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 22: 69 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117474



Common Names

  • Emiliae Echinops
  • Echinops
  • Emiliae


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Description

Echinops emiliae (also called Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has large, blue flowers and spiny leaves. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops emiliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops emiliae is a white thistle-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem and a white flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops emiliae is a fast-growing, perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division, which should be done in late spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have established.

Where to Find Echinops emiliae

Echinops emiliae is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry grasslands, stony slopes, and rocky areas.

Echinops emiliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops emiliae?

Echinops emiliae

What is the common name of Echinops emiliae?

Emilia's Globe Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Echinops emiliae?

Mountain meadows and rocky slopes

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-78833: Based on the initial data import
Otto Karl Anton Schwarz (1900-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Schwarz' in the authors string.
Peter Hadland Davis (1918-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Davis' in the authors string.