Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sylvicola
ID:
93558

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Shih

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Lab. N. E. Forest. Inst., Harbin 5: 68 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092887



Common Names

  • Echinops Daisy
  • Sylvicola Daisy
  • Echinops Sylvicola


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Description

Echinops sylvicola (also called Woodland Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and is characterized by its spiny, globe-shaped flower heads. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops sylvicola is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinops sylvicola is a white, star-shaped flower head with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops sylvicola is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water regularly during the growing season and to fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Echinops sylvicola

Echinops sylvicola is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and Southern Europe. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Echinops sylvicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops sylvicola?

Echinops sylvicola

What is the common name of Echinops sylvicola?

Woodland Globe-thistle

What is the natural habitat of Echinops sylvicola?

Grassy woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas

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-49129: Based on the initial data import
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.