Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acanthium
ID:
130396

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 827 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129725



Common Names

  • Onopordum acanthium
  • Cotton Thistle
  • Onopordum


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Description

Onopordum acanthium (also called Scotch Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has spiny, oval-shaped leaves and purple flowers. It grows in rocky soils, and is often found in dry meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum acanthium is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Onopordum acanthium sub. gautieri (Rouy) Franco
Onopordum acanthium sub. acanthium
Onopordum acanthium sub. ceretanum (Sennen) Arènes
Onopordum acanthium sub. gypsicola Gonz.Sierra, Pérez Morales, Penas & Rivas Mart.
Onopordum acanthium var. araneosotomentosum (Rech.f.) Parsa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Onopordum acanthium is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a central disc of yellow disc florets surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown, and slightly flattened. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum acanthium is a biennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but it does best in sandy or loamy soils. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Onopordum acanthium

Onopordum acanthium can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Portugal, Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Onopordum acanthium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum acanthium?

Onopordum acanthium

What is the common name of Onopordum acanthium?

Cotton Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Onopordum acanthium?

Dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes

Species in the Onopordum genus

Onopordum glomeratum, Onopordum majori, Onopordum canum, Onopordum wallianum, Onopordum mesatlanticum, Onopordum alexandrinum, Onopordum syriacum, Onopordum davisii, Onopordum sarrafii, Onopordum myriacanthum, Onopordum erectum, Onopordum boissierianum, Onopordum anatolicum, Onopordum micropterum, Onopordum espinae, Onopordum palaestinum, Onopordum carmanicum, Onopordum bolivari, Onopordum cynarocephalum, Onopordum caricum, Onopordum blancheanum, Onopordum espinae, Onopordum brevicaule, Onopordum eriocephalum, Onopordum cyprium, Onopordum dyris, Onopordum sirsangense, Onopordum tauricum, Onopordum acaulon, Onopordum cinereum, Onopordum platylepis, Onopordum cyrenaicum, Onopordum arabicum, Onopordum longissimum, Onopordum corymbosum, Onopordum macracanthum, Onopordum teddianum, Onopordum carduiforme, Onopordum carduchorum, Onopordum laconicum, Onopordum minor, Onopordum seravschanicum, Onopordum nervosum, Onopordum illyricum, Onopordum turcicum, Onopordum leptolepis, Onopordum spinosissimum, Onopordum algeriense, Onopordum macronervosum, Onopordum humile,

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,

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