Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heteracanthum
ID:
131402

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.Mey.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Verz. Pl. Cauc. 68.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130731



Common Names

  • Heteracanthum Cotton-thistle
  • Onopordum
  • Scotch Cotton-thistle


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Synonyms

  • Onopordum anisacanthum Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Onopordum heteracanthum (also called Scotch Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a large, spiny, grey-green leaves and large, purple flower heads. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum heteracanthum is a species of flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Onopordum heteracanthum is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum heteracanthum is a biennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Plant the seeds in the spring and water regularly. Fertilize in the spring and deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Onopordum heteracanthum

Onopordum heteracanthum is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Onopordum heteracanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum heteracanthum?

Onopordum heteracanthum

What is the common name of Onopordum heteracanthum?

Heteracanth Onopordum

What type of plant is Onopordum heteracanthum?

Herb

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-91621: Based on the initial data import
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.