Status:
valid
Authors:
Iljin
Source:
gcc
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Izv. Glavn. Bot. Sada S.S.S.R. 27: 357 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050190
Common Names
- Mongolian Tugarinovia
- Tugarinovia
- Tugarinovia Mongolica
Description
Tugarinovia mongolica (also called Mongolian Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial plant that grows to a height of up to 1.5 meters. It has a large, spiny flower head and is native to Mongolia. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Tugarinovia mongolica is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tugarinovia mongolica var. ovatifolia Y.Ling & Ma
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tugarinovia mongolica is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tugarinovia mongolica is a perennial plant that is native to Mongolia and is found in dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The division should be done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Tugarinovia mongolica
Tugarinovia mongolica is native to Central Asia and can be found in Mongolia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and China.
Tugarinovia mongolica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tugarinovia mongolica?
Tugarinovia mongolica
What is the family of Tugarinovia mongolica?
Asteraceae
Where is Tugarinovia mongolica found?
Mongolia
Species in the Tugarinovia genus
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,