Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carduelium
ID:
92408

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolle

Source:
gcc

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia 7: 297 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091737



Common Names

  • Carduelium Onopordum
  • Onopordum Carduelium
  • Carduelium Cotton Thistle


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Description

Onopordum carduelium (also called Scotch Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial plant with large, spiny leaves and purple-pink flowers. It is native to Europe and grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum carduelium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Onopordum carduelium flower is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum carduelium is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when large enough to handle. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Onopordum carduelium

Onopordum carduelium is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in open, sunny areas.

Onopordum carduelium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum carduelium?

Onopordum carduelium

What is the common name of Onopordum carduelium?

Carduel's Onopordum

What is the habitat of Onopordum carduelium?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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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