Status:
valid
Authors:
Iljin
Source:
gcc
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Fl. Kavkaza 4: 159 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017616
Common Names
- Globe Thistle
- Opacifolius Globe Thistle
- Blue Globe Thistle
Description
Echinops opacifolius (also called Opaque Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Central Asia. It has a deep taproot and grows to a height of 1-2m. The leaves are grey-green and deeply lobed, and the flowers are a deep blue-purple, with spiny bracts. It grows in meadows, pastures, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Echinops opacifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas. It is known for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties and can be used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Echinops opacifolius is a small, white to pale blue flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Echinops opacifolius is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist until germination. The plants should be grown in full sun and well-drained soil. They should be fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Echinops opacifolius
Echinops opacifolius is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.
Echinops opacifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Echinops opacifolius?
Echinops opacifolius
What type of plant is Echinops opacifolius?
Perennial herb
Where is Echinops opacifolius native to?
Central Asia
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,