Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
iranshahrii
ID:
61924

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Candollea 29(1): 124 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061253



Common Names

  • Iran Shahri's Echinops
  • Echinops iranshahrii
  • Iran Shahri's Globe-thistle


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Description

Echinops iranshahrii (also called Iranian Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Iran. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has small, white flowers and spiny, gray-green leaves. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is often found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops iranshahrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops iranshahrii is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops iranshahrii is a perennial herb native to Iran. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division of the clumps can be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Echinops iranshahrii

Echinops iranshahrii can be found in Iran, particularly in the provinces of Fars and Kerman.

Echinops iranshahrii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops iranshahrii?

Echinops iranshahrii

What is the common name of Echinops iranshahrii?

Iranian Echinops

What is the natural habitat of Echinops iranshahrii?

Iran

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