Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boissierianum
ID:
17204

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raab-Straube & Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Med-Checkl. 2: 545 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016533



Common Names

  • Boissierianum Onopordum
  • Boissier's Onopordum
  • Boissier's Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Onopordum corymbosum Boiss. [illegitimate]
  • Onopordum rhodense Boiss. [unknown]
  • Onopordum sibthorpianum sibthorpianum [unknown]
  • Onopordum sibthorpianum Boiss. & Heldr. [unknown]

Description

Onopordum boissierianum (also called Boissier's Onopordum, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and has large, spiny, grey-green leaves and large, thistle-like flower heads with pink to purple flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum boissierianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Onopordum boissierianum has white flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum boissierianum is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown from seed or propagated by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring, and the plants will flower in the summer. The plant can be divided in the spring or fall. It is important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize the plants regularly.

Where to Find Onopordum boissierianum

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

Onopordum boissierianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum boissierianum?

Onopordum boissierianum

What is the common name of Onopordum boissierianum?

Boissier's thistle

Where is Onopordum boissierianum found?

Onopordum boissierianum is found in the Mediterranean region of 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-11600: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Eckhard von Raab-Straube: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raab-Straube' in the authors string.