Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lutea
ID:
19671

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 812 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019000



Common Names

  • Catananche Lutea
  • Lutea Cupid's Dart
  • Lutea Catananche


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Description

Catananche lutea (also called Cupid's Dart, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Catananche lutea is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catananche lutea has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catananche lutea is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is usually done by seed sown in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Catananche lutea

Catananche lutea is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Catananche lutea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catananche lutea?

Catananche lutea

What is the common name of Catananche lutea?

Yellow Cupid's Dart

What is the natural habitat of Catananche lutea?

Catananche lutea is found in dry, rocky areas of the Mediterranean region.

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,

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