Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pacensis
ID:
1319028

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Vázquez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Folia Bot. Extremadur. 2: 66 (-67; fig. 2) (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331482

Common Names

  • Pacense Artichoke
  • Cynara pacensis
  • Pacense Artichoke

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Description

Cynara pacensis (also called Pacific artichoke, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with small, purple flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as cliffs and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cynara pacensis is used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food source in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynara pacensis has yellow-green flowers that are in a capitulum shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynara pacensis can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers a sunny spot and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in a container or in a sheltered spot in the garden.

Where to Find Cynara pacensis

Cynara pacensis is found in the Mediterranean region, especially in Spain and Portugal.

Cynara pacensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynara pacensis?

Cynara pacensis

What are the common names of Cynara pacensis?

Pacific Globe Artichoke

Where is Cynara pacensis native to?

South Australia

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

Francisco María Vázquez (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Vázquez' in the authors string.