Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
syriacum
ID:
6865

Status:
valid

Authors:
Holmboe

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2: 7: 827 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006194



Common Names

  • Onopordum syriacum
  • Syrian Onopordum
  • Syrian Cotton Thistle


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Description

Onopordum syriacum (also called Syrian Cotton Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes. It has large, spiny leaves and purple flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Onopordum syriacum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments including fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Onopordum syriacum has white flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1 mm. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a diameter of 5 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onopordum syriacum is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division is done by carefully digging up the plant and dividing the root ball into smaller sections. The sections should then be replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Onopordum syriacum

Onopordum syriacum is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry grasslands and steppes.

Onopordum syriacum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onopordum syriacum?

Onopordum syriacum

What is the natural habitat of Onopordum syriacum?

Onopordum syriacum is native to the Middle East.

What are the uses of Onopordum syriacum?

Onopordum syriacum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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