Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platylepis
ID:
39899

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss. ex Murb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Acta Univ. Lund., 2 , 1(4): 55 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039228



Common Names

  • Woolly Cotton Thistle
  • Woolly Plume Thistle
  • Woolly Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Onopordum confusum Pamp. [unknown]
  • Onopordum nervosum platylepis Murb. [unknown]

Description

Onopordum platylepis (also called flat-leaved onopordum, among many other common names) is a biennial herb that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to Europe and is found in dry habitats such as grasslands, woodlands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum platylepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Onopordum platylepis has white flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum platylepis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from the plant and root them in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Onopordum platylepis

Onopordum platylepis can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Onopordum platylepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum platylepis?

Onopordum platylepis

What is the common name of Onopordum platylepis?

Platylepis Onopordum

What is the habitat of Onopordum platylepis?

Onopordum platylepis is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woods

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-137929: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Svante Samuel Murbeck (1859-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Murb.' in the authors string.