Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrophyllus
ID:
8010

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 426 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007339



Common Names

  • Echinops Macrophyllus
  • Bigleaf Globe Thistle
  • Blue Globe Thistle


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Description

Echinops macrophyllus (also called Giant Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has large, spiny leaves and small blue flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops macrophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Echinops macrophyllus var. laciniatus Mozaff.
Echinops macrophyllus var. papillosus Mozaff.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinops macrophyllus has small white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops macrophyllus is an evergreen perennial that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or seed. Divisions should be taken in early spring and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Echinops macrophyllus

Echinops macrophyllus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Echinops macrophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops macrophyllus?

Echinops macrophyllus

What is the common name of Echinops macrophyllus?

Large-leaved Globe Thistle

What is the family of Echinops macrophyllus?

Asteraceae

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-107090: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.