Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyacanthus
ID:
67386

Status:
valid

Authors:
Iljin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Glavn. Bot. Sada R.S.F.S.R. iv. 102 (1923).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066715



Common Names

  • Echinops polyacanthus
  • Many-spined Globe Thistle
  • Many-spined Echinops


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Description

Echinops polyacanthus (also called Many-Spined Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves with blue flowers. It grows in rocky areas, meadows, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops polyacanthus is a medicinal plant used to treat digestive issues, liver problems, and gallbladder issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinops polyacanthus has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a white or yellow seed head. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and a few leaves. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops polyacanthus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Echinops polyacanthus

Echinops polyacanthus is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry meadows and grasslands at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Echinops polyacanthus FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Echinops polyacanthus?

Echinops polyacanthus prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.

What is the best way to propagate Echinops polyacanthus?

Echinops polyacanthus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and divisions can be done in spring or early summer.

How often should Echinops polyacanthus be watered?

Echinops polyacanthus should be watered regularly during the growing season, but should not be overwatered. During the winter, it should only be watered if the soil is dry.

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