Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
duranii
ID:
45568

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burchard) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Preslia 46(3): 227 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044897



Common Names

  • Cheirolophus duranii
  • Duran's Starwort
  • Duran's Cheirolophus


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea duranii Burchard [unknown]

Description

Cheirolophus duranii (also called Duran's Star-thistle, among many other common names) is an annual plant in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and deeply-cut, toothed leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cheirolophus duranii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow flower and is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cheirolophus duranii has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings that are initially green and turn to yellow as they mature.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cheirolophus duranii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division of the root clump. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Cheirolophus duranii

Cheirolophus duranii is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in rocky areas, dry grasslands, and open woodlands.

Cheirolophus duranii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cheirolophus duranii?

Cheirolophus duranii

What is the common name of Cheirolophus duranii?

Duran's Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Cheirolophus duranii?

It is found in dry, open areas in the western United States

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-143425: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Oscar Burchard (1863-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burchard' in the authors string.