Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amblyolepis
ID:
16517

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eig) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 9(3): 269 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015846



Common Names

  • Amblyolepis Cota
  • Cota Amblyolepis
  • Amblyolepis Cotton Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Anthemis amblyolepis Eig [unknown]
  • Anthemis palaestina amblyolepis (Eig) Feinbrun [unknown]

Description

Cota amblyolepis (also called Amblyolepis Cota, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The leaves are lanceolate and have a white midrib, and the flowers are yellow and have a diameter of 1-2 cm. It typically grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cota amblyolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used to attract beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cota amblyolepis is a small, yellow daisy-like flower, and the seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cota amblyolepis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in a wide range of climates, from cold to temperate.

Where to Find Cota amblyolepis

Cota amblyolepis can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Cota amblyolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cota amblyolepis?

Cota amblyolepis

What is the common name of Cota amblyolepis?

Amblyolepis Cota

What is the natural habitat of Cota amblyolepis?

It is found in dry, rocky and sandy soils in Europe and North Africa

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-115333: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Alexander Eig (1894-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eig' in the authors string.