What is another word for Genus Echinops?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs ˈɛt͡ʃɪnəps] (IPA) 
Genus Echinops is a group of flowering plants that belong to the family Asteraceae. This genus is commonly known as globe thistles due to their characteristic globe-shaped flowers. There are several synonyms for Genus Echinops, including Acantholepis, Gorteria, and Ptilostemon. Acantholepis comes from the Greek words "acantha," meaning thorn, and "lepis," meaning scale. Gorteria is named after a Dutch botanist, David Gorter. Ptilostemon is derived from the Greek words "ptilon," meaning feather or wing, and "stemon," meaning stamen. Each of these names refers to different characteristics or features of these plants, highlighting their diversity within the Asteraceae family.
