Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ghoranus
ID:
60594

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 139a: 23 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059923



Common Names

  • Ghoran Echinops
  • Echinops Ghoranus
  • Ghoranus Echinops


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Description

Echinops ghoranus (also called Ghor Echinops, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It has blue flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in meadows, pastures, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops ghoranus is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as stomach aches and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinops ghoranus has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with toothed edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops ghoranus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Echinops ghoranus

Echinops ghoranus is native to the Middle East and Central Asia. It can be found in dry and semi-arid climates.

Echinops ghoranus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops ghoranus?

Echinops ghoranus

What is the family of Echinops ghoranus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Echinops ghoranus?

Ghor Echinops

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,

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