Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
45007

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trautv

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Diss. Echin. 22.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044336



Common Names

  • Oriental Globe Thistle
  • Oriental Globe-thistle
  • Oriental Globe Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Echinops horridus Desf. [unknown]
  • Echinops orientalis orientalis [unknown]
  • Echinops byzantinus Formánek [unknown]
  • Echinops elatus Bunge [unknown]
  • Echinops orientalis byzantinus (Formánek) Kožuharov [unknown]

Description

Echinops orientalis (also called Oriental Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Central Asia, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops orientalis is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues and reduce inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinops orientalis has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops orientalis is a perennial plant native to Central Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Echinops orientalis

Echinops orientalis is native to Central Asia. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Echinops orientalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops orientalis?

Echinops orientalis

What is the common name of Echinops orientalis?

Oriental Globe Thistle

What is the habitat of Echinops orientalis?

Dry, rocky slopes and meadows

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,