Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
aculeata
ID:
663241

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.M.Bailey) Domin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 22(89): 669 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000662573



Common Names

  • Echinostephia aculeata
  • Aculeate Star Cactus
  • Aculeate Easter Lily Cactus


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Description

Echinostephia aculeata (also called Prickly Echinostephia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Echinostephia aculeata is used in landscaping as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinostephia aculeata is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinostephia aculeata is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Echinostephia aculeata

Echinostephia aculeata can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and in North Africa.

Echinostephia aculeata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinostephia aculeata?

Echinostephia aculeata

What are the common names of Echinostephia aculeata?

Spiny-fruited Star-thistle

What is the natural habitat of Echinostephia aculeata?

Dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes

Species in the Echinostephia genus

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2783880: Based on the initial data import
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.
Frederick Manson Bailey (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Bailey' in the authors string.