Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saissanicus
ID:
21450

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.Keller) Bobrov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS xxvii. 51 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020779



Common Names

  • Saisann's Globe Thistle
  • Saisann Globe Thistle
  • Saisann's Thistle


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Description

Echinops saissanicus (also called 'Saisse's Globe Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of spiny leaves and blue flowers with long, tubular heads. It grows in dry, grassy areas and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops saissanicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops saissanicus is white and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops saissanicus is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Echinops saissanicus

Echinops saissanicus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Echinops saissanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops saissanicus?

Echinops saissanicus

What is the common name of Echinops saissanicus?

Saisan's Globe Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Echinops saissanicus?

Grassy slopes and rocky hillsides

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-120095: Based on the initial data import
Yevgeni Bobrov (1902-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bobrov' in the authors string.
Boris Keller (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Keller' in the authors string.