Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubromontanus
ID:
46317

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kamelin ex Rassulova & B.A.Sharipova

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tadzhiksk. S.S.R. 9: 530, 501 (1988) (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045646



Common Names

  • Echinops rubromontanus
  • Red Mountain Globe Thistle
  • Globe Thistle


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Description

Echinops rubromontanus (also called Red Mountain Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny, dry places and can reach up to 50 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops rubromontanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinops rubromontanus has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, with a black or dark brown color. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are slightly hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops rubromontanus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 4-8.

Where to Find Echinops rubromontanus

Echinops rubromontanus is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. It can be found in grassy meadows and open woodlands.

Echinops rubromontanus FAQ

What are the common names of Echinops rubromontanus?

Echinops rubromontanus is commonly known as red mountain thistle.

What is the native range of Echinops rubromontanus?

Echinops rubromontanus is native to Mexico.

What is the growth habit of Echinops rubromontanus?

Echinops rubromontanus is a low-growing, perennial herb.

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-144142: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Kamelin (1938-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kamelin' in the authors string.
B. A. Sharipova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.A.Sharipova' in the authors string.
Mukharam Rasulova (1926-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rassulova' in the authors string.