Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurantiaca
ID:
22837

Status:
valid

Authors:
Post

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022166

Common Names

  • Orange Cynara
  • Orange Artichoke
  • Orange Globe Artichoke

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Description

Cynara aurantiaca (also called Orange Globe Artichoke, among many other common names) is a thistle-like perennial plant with large, spiny leaves and large, purple flower heads. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in disturbed areas, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cynara aurantiaca has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynara aurantiaca is a yellow-orange thistle-like flower head with a ring of spiny bracts. The seed is a small, black, flattened achene. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with a single, long, thin stem and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynara aurantiaca is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn. It is also possible to propagate it by cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Cynara aurantiaca

Cynara aurantiaca can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Cynara aurantiaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynara aurantiaca?

Cynara aurantiaca

What is the common name of Cynara aurantiaca?

Orange Globe Artichoke

What is the habitat of Cynara aurantiaca?

Warm temperate regions

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-121432: Based on the initial data import
George Edward Post (1838-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Post' in the authors string.