Cynara humilis

Cynara humilis

Native to:
Algeria | Canary Is. | Morocco | Portugal | Spain

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Cynara
Species:
Cynara humilis

Growth Characteristics

Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
purple, violet

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
10–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily at 15-20°C. Light not required for germination.

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch