Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anatolicum
ID:
17542

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr. ex Eig

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Palestine J. Bot., Jerusalem Ser. 2: 191 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016871



Common Names

  • Onopordum anatolicum
  • Anatolian Thistle
  • Anatolicum Onopordum


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Synonyms

  • Onopordum sibthorpianum anatolicum Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Onopordum anatolicum (also called Anatolian Cotton Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to Turkey and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum anatolicum has a variety of uses, including as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for livestock. It can also be used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Onopordum anatolicum has yellow flowers with five petals and a single seed in each flower. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum anatolicum is a perennial herb native to Turkey. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Onopordum anatolicum

Onopordum anatolicum is native to Turkey and can be found in the Anatolian Plateau.

Onopordum anatolicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum anatolicum?

Onopordum anatolicum

What is the common name of Onopordum anatolicum?

Anatolian Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Onopordum anatolicum?

Grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed habitats

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-116322: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Alexander Eig (1894-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eig' in the authors string.