Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cornigera
ID:
71035

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Fl. Graec. 10(2): 74 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070364

Common Names

  • Cornigera Cynara
  • Goat's-thorn Cynara
  • Horned Cynara

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Synonyms

  • Cynara sibthorpiana Boiss. & Heldr. [unknown]
  • Cynara sibthorpiana sibthorpiana [unknown]
  • Cynara humilis Sm. [unknown]
  • Cynara sibthorpiana elata Bég. & Vacc. [unknown]
  • Cynara sibthorpiana mauginiana Pamp. [unknown]

Description

Cynara cornigera (also called Cardoon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a thick, fleshy, grey-green stem and large, spiny, grey-green leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas, often on rocky slopes and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cynara cornigera is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is drought-tolerant and has a long flowering period, from summer to early winter. It is also used as a windbreak or as a hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynara cornigera is a yellow thistle-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynara cornigera is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Cynara cornigera

Cynara cornigera is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, open areas at elevations between 0 and 1,000 meters.

Cynara cornigera FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Cynara cornigera?

Cynara cornigera prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can grow in a variety of soil types.

How should Cynara cornigera be propagated?

Cynara cornigera can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the spring or fall.

How often should Cynara cornigera be watered?

Cynara cornigera should be watered regularly, but not too often. It prefers moist soil, but it is drought tolerant and can survive periods of dryness.

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-27168: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.