Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
auranitica
ID:
1337

Status:
valid

Authors:
Post

Source:
gcc

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier i. (1893) 400.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000666

Common Names

  • Aurantia Globe Artichoke
  • Cardoon
  • Globe Artichoke

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Description

Cynara auranitica (also called Auranitica Cynara, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is usually found in grasslands and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cynara auranitica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynara auranitica has yellow flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynara auranitica is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Cynara auranitica

Cynara auranitica can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Cynara auranitica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynara auranitica?

Cynara auranitica

What is the common name of Cynara auranitica?

Syrian Artichoke

What is the natural habitat of Cynara auranitica?

It is found in dry, rocky soils, roadsides, and disturbed areas

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,

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