Status:
valid
Authors:
Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 9, Bot. n.° 46: 256 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013583
Common Names
- Azafran Cnicothamnus
- Azafran Cnicothamnus Aster
- Azafran Cnicothamnus Daisy
Synonyms
- Cnicothamnus lorentzii azafran Cabrera [unknown]
Description
Cnicothamnus azafran (also called Azafran Cnicothamnus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Cnicothamnus azafran is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive, daisy-like flowers. It is also used in gardens and parks for its drought-tolerant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cnicothamnus azafran has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cnicothamnus azafran is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is an aggressive grower and can spread rapidly, so it is best to keep it in a contained area.
Where to Find Cnicothamnus azafran
Cnicothamnus azafran can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Cnicothamnus azafran FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cnicothamnus azafran?
Cnicothamnus azafran
What is the common name of Cnicothamnus azafran?
Saffron Cnicothamnus
What is the natural habitat of Cnicothamnus azafran?
It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky places in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Cnicothamnus genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,