School of Horticulture
Plant Database
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Scientific Name: | Echinops bannaticus |
Pronunciation: | eh-KYE-nops ban-nah-TEE-kus |
Common Name: | globe thistle |
Family Name: | Asteraceae |
Plant Type: | Herbaceous perennial |
Key ID Features: | Leaves are heavily-lobed, spiney, toothy; flower is a bluish/purple 'globe'-shape. |
Course(s): | HORT 2355, Level 2 Apprenticeship |
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Propagation: | Seed, Division - below ground parts |
Pest Susceptibility: | Drought resistant, Aphids or adelgids |
Location(s): (BUG) BUG garden Location Map |