Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longipenicillatus
ID:
14680

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mozaff. & Ghahr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 140(2): 181 (2002) (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014009



Common Names

  • Echinops longipenicillatus
  • Long-Bristled Globe-Thistle
  • Long-Bristled Echinops


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Description

Echinops longipenicillatus (also called Long-beaked Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, white or blue flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is often found in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops longipenicillatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops longipenicillatus is a white-blue thistle-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops longipenicillatus is a perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can tolerate some drought, but will need supplemental water during dry periods. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Echinops longipenicillatus

Echinops longipenicillatus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the countries of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Echinops longipenicillatus FAQ

What type of plant is Echinops longipenicillatus?

Echinops longipenicillatus is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family

Where does Echinops longipenicillatus grow?

Echinops longipenicillatus is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa

What is the typical lifespan of Echinops longipenicillatus?

Echinops longipenicillatus typically lives for two to three years

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-113548: Based on the initial data import
Valiolah Mozaffarian (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mozaff.' in the authors string.
Ahmad Ghahreman (1928-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghahr.' in the authors string.