Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shahrudensis
ID:
41781

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mozaff. & Ghahr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 140(2): 186 (2002) (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041110

Common Names

  • Echinops shahrudensis
  • Shahrud Globe Thistle
  • Globe Thistle

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Description

Echinops shahrudensis (also called Shahrud Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual plant that typically grows to a height of 30-60 cm. It is native to Iran and is found in steppes and disturbed areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single erect stem with a few branches. The leaves are lanceolate, with entire margins and a few hairs on the upper surface. The flowers are blue and thistle-like.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops shahrudensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and for its nectar-rich flowers which attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops shahrudensis is small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops shahrudensis is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed. It is a low maintenance plant that requires little care.

Where to Find Echinops shahrudensis

Echinops shahrudensis is native to Iran and can be found in the Alborz Mountains.

Echinops shahrudensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops shahrudensis?

Echinops shahrudensis

What is the common name of Echinops shahrudensis?

Shahrud Globe Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Echinops shahrudensis?

Echinops shahrudensis is native to Iran.

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-13976: Based on the initial data import
Valiolah Mozaffarian (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mozaff.' in the authors string.
Ahmad Ghahreman (1928-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghahr.' in the authors string.