Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
onopordum
ID:
73663

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.H.Davis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 22: 73 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072992



Common Names

  • Echinops onopordum
  • Onopordum Thistle
  • Blue Globe Thistle


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Description

Echinops onopordum (also called Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a biennial herb, growing up to 1.5 m tall, with a thick taproot. It is native to Europe, and grows in meadows, pastures, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops onopordum is used medicinally for treating digestive issues, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops onopordum is blue and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black achene with a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a short, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops onopordum is a hardy, herbaceous, perennial plant. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in late spring or early summer. Once established, it can be propagated by division.

Where to Find Echinops onopordum

Echinops onopordum is native to Europe and can be found in dry grasslands and woodlands.

Echinops onopordum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops onopordum?

Echinops onopordum

What are the common names of Echinops onopordum?

Onopordum thistle, Scotch thistle

What is the growth habit of Echinops onopordum?

Echinops onopordum is an herbaceous biennial plant that grows up to 1.5 m tall

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-29733: Based on the initial data import
Peter Hadland Davis (1918-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Davis' in the authors string.