Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pellenzianus
ID:
42102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hügin & W.Lohmeyer

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 23(1-2): 85 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041431



Common Names

  • Echinops pellenzianus
  • Pellenz's Globe Thistle
  • Pellenz's Echinops
  • Globe Thistle


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Description

Echinops pellenzianus (also called Pellenz's Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and spiny leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas and can be found in the coastal regions of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinops pellenzianus has small, white flowers that form a cluster. 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 pellenzianus is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot with moist soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Echinops pellenzianus

Echinops pellenzianus can be found in dry grasslands, open forests, and rocky slopes in the Alps, Pyrenees, and Carpathians.

Echinops pellenzianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops pellenzianus?

Echinops pellenzianus

What is the common name of Echinops pellenzianus?

Pellenz's Globe-thistle

What is the habitat of Echinops pellenzianus?

It is found in open woods, meadows, and roadsides

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-140065: Based on the initial data import
Gerold Hügin (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hügin' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Lohmeyer (1912-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Lohmeyer' in the authors string.