Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dalmatica
ID:
33232

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


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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.

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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 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-131487: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
George Heinrich Adolf Scheele (1808-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scheele' in the authors string.
Christoph Oberprieler (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oberpr.' in the authors string.