globe-thistle
Echinops · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Globe-thistle, scientifically known as Echinops, is a striking perennial prized for its architectural, spherical flower heads. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this plant holds significant medicinal value in traditional practices. It is frequently utilized for its potent anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and digestive properties, offering a natural approach to supporting overall wellness.
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- globe-thistle
- Globe Thistle
- Globe thistles
Scientific Names
Accepted name
EchinopsSynonyms
- Psectra
- Echinopus
- Ruthrum
- Acantholepis
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Tenrecs-Erizo Menores
German:
- Kleiner Igeltenrek
- Kugeldistel
- Kugeldisteln
French:
- Oursin
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and specifically within the genus Echinops.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Echinops |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range within the northern regions of Europe. In the northernmost parts of the continent, it can be found growing in Norway and Sweden. Its distribution also extends across the British Isles, where it is present in both Great Britain and Ireland. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. Collectively, these locations highlight a concentrated presence of Echinops throughout Northern Europe.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Ireland |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Echinops has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antidiabetic
- Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie
Antioxidant
- Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie
Conditions
Echinops has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include inflammation.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Inflammation | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Inflammation
- Journal of voice : official journal of the Voice Foundation