Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laconicum
ID:
52923

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heldr. & Sartori ex Rouy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 43: 585 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052252



Common Names

  • Cardoon
  • Artichoke Thistle
  • Laconic Thistle


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Description

Onopordum laconicum (also called Cardo, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and produces small white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum laconicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Onopordum laconicum is a large, bright purple thistle, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, thin stem and a few small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum laconicum is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly until they germinate. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location. They should be spaced at least 1 foot apart and given plenty of room to spread out. Prune the plants regularly to keep them from becoming too large and unruly.

Where to Find Onopordum laconicum

Onopordum laconicum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows and open woodlands.

Onopordum laconicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum laconicum?

Onopordum laconicum

What is the common name of Onopordum laconicum?

Laconian thistle

What is the natural habitat of Onopordum laconicum?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia

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

Georges Rouy (1851-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rouy' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Joseph Sartori (1809-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sartori' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:235310-1: Based on the initial data import