Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
azafran
ID:
14254

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


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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.

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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

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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