Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malacophyllus
ID:
10797

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Biol. Skr. 8(2): 66 (1955).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010126



Common Names

  • Echinops malacophyllus
  • Soft-Leaved Globe Thistle
  • Soft-Leaved Echinops


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Description

Echinops malacophyllus (also called Globe Thistle, Blue Globe Thistle, and Globe-flower Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1.2 m in height and has a woody base. Its leaves are spiny and its flowers are blue. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops malacophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, inflammation, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinops malacophyllus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops malacophyllus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is not suitable for containers.

Where to Find Echinops malacophyllus

Echinops malacophyllus is native to Iran and can be found in the Zagros Mountains.

Echinops malacophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops malacophyllus?

Echinops malacophyllus

What is the natural habitat of Echinops malacophyllus?

Echinops malacophyllus is found in dry grasslands of Central Asia.

What is the flower color of Echinops malacophyllus?

The flowers of Echinops malacophyllus are blue or white.

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