Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
giganteus
ID:
130932

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss. 1: 449 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130261



Common Names

  • Echinops giganteus
  • Giant Globe Thistle
  • Giant Echinops


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Synonyms

  • Echinops velutinus O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Echinops ochroleucus Mattf. [unknown]
  • Echinops seretii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Echinops kulsii Cufod. [unknown]
  • Echinops francinianus Pic.Serm. [unknown]
  • Echinops nistrii Pic.Serm. [unknown]
  • Echinops seretii seretii [unknown]
  • Echinops seretii setifer Mattf. [unknown]
  • Echinops bequaertii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Echinops velutinus velutinus [unknown]
  • Echinops velutinus lelyi C.D.Adams [unknown]
  • Echinops negrii Chiov. [unknown]
  • Echinops brevisetus S.Moore [unknown]
  • Echinops giganteus giganteus [unknown]
  • Echinops giganteus lelyi (C.D.Adams) C.D.Adams [unknown]

Description

Echinops giganteus (also called 'Giant Globe Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has purple flowers and spiny, greyish-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops giganteus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops giganteus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops giganteus is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks. Deadheading is recommended to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Echinops giganteus

Echinops giganteus can be found in open areas, roadsides, and disturbed areas in the Mediterranean region.

Echinops giganteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops giganteus?

Echinops giganteus

What is the common name of Echinops giganteus?

Giant globe thistle

Where is Echinops giganteus found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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-91162: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.