Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blancheanum
ID:
28233

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eig) Danin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Israel J. Bot. 37: 57 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027562



Common Names

  • Onopordum Blancheanum
  • Scotch Thistle
  • Cotton Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Onopordum carduiforme blancheanum Eig [unknown]

Description

Onopordum blancheanum (also called Scotch Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and Central Asia. It has a stout stem and large, spiny leaves. It is typically found in grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum blancheanum is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Onopordum blancheanum is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown, and has a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are green, with long, thin stems and pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum blancheanum is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. Propagation can be done by dividing the root clumps or by sowing seeds in spring or fall.

Where to Find Onopordum blancheanum

Onopordum blancheanum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Onopordum blancheanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum blancheanum?

Onopordum blancheanum

What is the common name of Onopordum blancheanum?

Blanche's thistle

Where is Onopordum blancheanum native to?

Europe

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-12664: Based on the initial data import
Avinoam Danin (1939-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danin' in the authors string.
Alexander Eig (1894-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eig' in the authors string.