Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosissimus
ID:
116705

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turra

Source:
gcc

Year:
1765

Citation Micro:
Farset. Nov. Gen. 13.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116034



Common Names

  • Echinops spinosissimus
  • Spiny Globe Thistle
  • Spiny-headed Globe Thistle


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Description

Echinops spinosissimus (also called Spiny Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the family Asteraceae. It has blue daisy-like flowers and grows to a height of about 1 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, open habitats such as deserts and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops spinosissimus is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Echinops spinosissimus sub. bithynicus (Boiss.) Greuter
Echinops spinosissimus sub. macrolepis (Boiss.) Greuter
Echinops spinosissimus sub. spinosissimus
Echinops spinosissimus sub. neumayeri (Vis.) Kožuharov
Echinops spinosissimus sub. spinosus Greuter

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops spinosissimus is a single, white-blue, thistle-like flower head with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a white-gray pappus. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops spinosissimus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Sow seeds in spring or autumn in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and planted in moist soil. The plant is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Echinops spinosissimus

Echinops spinosissimus can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Echinops spinosissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops spinosissimus?

Echinops spinosissimus

What is the natural habitat of Echinops spinosissimus?

It is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

What are the uses of Echinops spinosissimus?

It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source for livestock.

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-77452: Based on the initial data import
Antonio Turra (1730-1796): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turra' in the authors string.