Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dyris
ID:
31574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maire

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 1924, xv. 102.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030903

Common Names

  • Onopordum dyris
  • Dyris Onopordum
  • Dyris Thistle

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Description

Onopordum dyris (also called Scotch Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial or short-lived perennial herbaceous plant with spiny leaves and purple flowers. It is native to Europe and grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum dyris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Onopordum dyris is a thistle-like flower head with a purple-blue color. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum dyris is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate, divide the root clumps in spring or collect and sow the seeds in autumn. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings.

Where to Find Onopordum dyris

Onopordum dyris can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Onopordum dyris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum dyris?

Onopordum dyris

What type of plant is Onopordum dyris?

It is a biennial herb

What are the common names of Onopordum dyris?

It is commonly known as Dyris Thistle

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-129895: Based on the initial data import
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.