Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
montana
ID:
25692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss. & Durieu

Source:
gcc

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 3: 743 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025021



Common Names

  • Catananche
  • Montana
  • Cupid's Dart


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Synonyms

  • Catananche webbii Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Catananche montana (also called Mountain Catananche, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that is native to Spain. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Catananche montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catananche montana has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catananche montana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Catananche montana

Catananche montana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky, dry habitats. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Catananche montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catananche montana?

Catananche montana

What is the common name of Catananche montana?

Mountain Catananche

Where is Catananche montana found?

Catananche montana is found in the tropical Andes of Ecuador

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-124172: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Michel Charles Durieu de Maisonneuve (1796-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Durieu' in the authors string.