Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curetum
ID:
136067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heldr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 449 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135396



Common Names

  • Curetum Carlina
  • Carlina Curetum
  • Curetum


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Description

Carlina curetum (also called 'Curetum', 'Carlina', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with spiny leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Carlina curetum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carlina curetum var. montana Meusel & A.Kastner
Carlina curetum sub. orientalis Meusel & A.Kastner
Carlina curetum sub. curetum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carlina curetum is yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carlina curetum is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Carlina curetum

Carlina curetum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Morocco.

Carlina curetum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carlina curetum?

Carlina curetum

What is the common name of Carlina curetum?

Curet's Carlina

What is the natural habitat of Carlina curetum?

Grassy areas and meadows

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References