Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balearicus
ID:
76790

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Rodr.) Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(1): 53 (2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076119

Common Names

  • Balearic Thistle
  • Mallorcan Thistle
  • Mallorca Thistle

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Synonyms

  • Femeniasia balearica (J.J.Rodr.) Susanna [unknown]
  • Centaurea balearica J.J.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Acosta balearica (J.J.Rodr.) Holub [unknown]
  • Carduncellus balearicus (J.J.Rodr.) G.López [unknown]

Description

Carthamus balearicus (also called 'Mallorcan Saffron Thistle', among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Balearic Islands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single yellow flower head. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carthamus balearicus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks as a low-maintenance shrub. It also has medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carthamus balearicus is a yellow, composite flower head, with a single row of yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carthamus balearicus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.

Where to Find Carthamus balearicus

Carthamus balearicus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows and grasslands.

Carthamus balearicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carthamus balearicus?

Carthamus balearicus

What is the natural habitat of Carthamus balearicus?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Carthamus balearicus?

It is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant.

Species in the Carthamus genus

Carthamus duvauxii, Carthamus dianius, Carthamus turkestanicus, Carthamus strictus, Carthamus gypsicola, Carthamus fruticosus, Carthamus arborescens, Carthamus pomelianus, Carthamus reboudianus, Carthamus multifidus, Carthamus lucens, Carthamus hispanicus, Carthamus mareoticus, Carthamus carduncellus, Carthamus tinctorius, Carthamus helenioides, Carthamus reboudianus, Carthamus cespitosus, Carthamus pomelianus, Carthamus rechingeri, Carthamus nitidus, Carthamus catrouxii, Carthamus pectinatus, Carthamus caeruleus, Carthamus chouletteanus, Carthamus faurei, Carthamus ilicifolius, Carthamus mitissimus, Carthamus tenuis, Carthamus balearicus, Carthamus calvus, Carthamus eriocephalus, Carthamus atractyloides, Carthamus plumosus, Carthamus creticus, Carthamus pinnatus, Carthamus lanatus, Carthamus dentatus, Carthamus leucocaulos, Carthamus tamamschjanae, Carthamus leucocaulos, Carthamus boissieri, Carthamus carthamoides, Carthamus rhiphaeus, Carthamus persicus, Carthamus battandieri, Carthamus glaucus, Carthamus oxyacantha, Carthamus curdicus, Carthamus rhaponticoides,

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-32785: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Juan Joaquín Rodríguez y Femenías (1839-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Rodr.' in the authors string.