Onopordum illyricum subsp. illyricum
Also known as: Onopordum acanthium subsp. illyricum (L.) Bonnier & Layens +8 more
- Onopordum acanthium subsp. illyricum (L.) Bonnier & Layens
- Onopordum elongatum Lam.
- Onopordum elongatum var. elongatum
- Onopordum excelsum Salisb.
- Onopordum illyricum f. cardunculus (Boiss.) Rouy
- Onopordum illyricum subsp. eu-illyricum (L.) Arènes
- Onopordum illyricum var. giganteum Mutel
- Onopordum libanoticum Boiss. & C.I.Blanche
- Onopordum orientale Mill.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Asteraceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a biennial.
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Onopordum illyricum subsp. illyricum is a biennial within the Asteraceae family. It is found natively in Temperate Asia and Europe. In its natural range, this subspecies typically occurs in subtropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Onopordum illyricum, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Biennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE, EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southeastern Europe, Southwestern Europe, Western Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Albania, Baleares, Corse, France, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Lebanon-Syria, Portugal, Romania, Sardegna, Spain, Turkey, Yugoslavia
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
California, New South Wales, South Australia, Victoria
Base Species & Variations