Status:
valid
Authors:
(Scheele) Oberpr. & Greuter
Source:
gcc
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(1): 40 (2003) (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032561
Common Names
- Cota Dalmatica
- Dalmatian Cota
- Dalmatian Cotton Thistle
Description
Cota dalmatica (also called Dalmatian Cota, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and its leaves are divided into narrow segments. It is found in sunny, dry areas, such as rocky slopes and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Cota dalmatica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating digestive issues, as well as for its anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cota dalmatica is yellow and has a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cota dalmatica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Cota dalmatica
Cota dalmatica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows and grasslands.
Cota dalmatica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cota dalmatica?
Cota dalmatica
What is the family of Cota dalmatica?
Asteraceae
Where is Cota dalmatica native to?
Europe
Species in the Cota genus
Cota fulvida,
Cota oxylepis,
Cota austriaca,
Cota macrantha,
Cota triumfetti,
Cota halophila,
Cota dubia,
Cota brachmannii,
Cota amblyolepis,
Cota monantha,
Cota melanoloma,
Cota wiedemanniana,
Cota dalmatica,
Cota samuelssonii,
Cota segetalis,
Cota austriaca,
Cota tinctoria,
Cota coelopoda,
Cota rayatensis,
Cota jailensis,
Cota altissima,
Cota pestalozzae,
Cota oretana,
Cota brevicuspis,
Cota macrantha,
Cota antitaurica,
Cota palaestina,
Cota dipsacea,
Cota feinbruniae,
Cota lyonnetioides,
Cota linczevskyi,
Cota macroglossa,
Cota mazandaranica,
Cota saguramica,
Cota talyschensis,
Cota hamzaoglui,
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,