Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
syriacus
ID:
33128

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 10: 84 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032457



Common Names

  • Echinops syriacus
  • Syrian Globe Thistle
  • Syrian Echinops


Searching for Echinops syriacus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Echinops syriacus (also called Syrian Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and blue flowers. It is native to the Middle East and is found in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Echinops syriacus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and headache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinops syriacus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and spiny. The seedlings have small, oval leaves with spiny edges.

Searching for Echinops syriacus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Echinops syriacus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring or late fall. The seeds should be sown 1/4 inch deep and spaced 6-12 inches apart. Once established, it can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Echinops syriacus

Echinops syriacus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with full sun and well-drained soil.

Echinops syriacus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinops syriacus?

Echinops syriacus

What is the natural habitat of Echinops syriacus?

Echinops syriacus is native to the Middle East and Central Asia.

What are the uses of Echinops syriacus?

Echinops syriacus is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

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,