Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cynarocephalum
ID:
22459

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & C.I.Blanche

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 3: 48 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021788



Common Names

  • Onopordum
  • Cynarocephalum
  • Onopordum Cynarocephalum


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Description

Onopordum cynarocephalum (also called Cynarocephalum Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the mountains of northern Europe and can be found in alpine and subalpine meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum cynarocephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in dry areas. It is also used to treat respiratory problems, such as asthma and bronchitis.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Onopordum cynarocephalum sub. cynarocephalum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Onopordum cynarocephalum has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum cynarocephalum is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Onopordum cynarocephalum

Onopordum cynarocephalum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It is also found in parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Onopordum cynarocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum cynarocephalum?

Onopordum cynarocephalum

What is the common name of Onopordum cynarocephalum?

Cynarocephalum Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Onopordum cynarocephalum?

It is found in dry 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,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Charles Isodore Blanche (1823-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.I.Blanche' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:235273-1: Based on the initial data import