Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acanthophysa
ID:
64690

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 90: 227 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064019



Common Names

  • Acanthophyllum
  • Acanthophyllum Coneflower
  • Acanthophyllum Daisy


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Description

Cousinia acanthophysa (also called 'Toothed Cousinia' and 'Toothed Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus and Iran. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in meadows, steppes, and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia acanthophysa is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Cousinia acanthophysa flower is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown oval. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia acanthophysa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Cousinia acanthophysa

Cousinia acanthophysa is native to Iran and can be found in the provinces of East Azerbaijan, West Azerbaijan, and Zanjan.

Cousinia acanthophysa FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Cousinia acanthophysa?

Cousinia acanthophysa prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be protected from strong winds and direct sunlight.

What type of fertilizer should I use for Cousinia acanthophysa?

Cousinia acanthophysa should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during the growing season. Avoid fertilizers with high nitrogen content.

How often should I water Cousinia acanthophysa?

Cousinia acanthophysa should be watered regularly, but not overly so. Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and avoid overwatering.

Species in the Cousinia genus

Cousinia peduncularis, Cousinia ortholepis, Cousinia sagittata, Cousinia stenophylla, Cousinia fetissowi, Cousinia amoena, Cousinia porphyrostephana, Cousinia griffithiana, Cousinia polycephala, Cousinia falconeri, Cousinia erivanensis, Cousinia hypoleuca, Cousinia pseudolanata, Cousinia albertoregelia, Cousinia eriobasis, Cousinia glabriseta, Cousinia kerstanii, Cousinia sakawensis, Cousinia subscaposa, Cousinia stricta, Cousinia oopoda, Cousinia bienerti, Cousinia chejrabadensis, Cousinia polytimetica, Cousinia novissima, Cousinia kuramensis, Cousinia dubia, Cousinia pulchra, Cousinia cavarae, Cousinia heterogenetos, Cousinia scariosa, Cousinia pygmaea, Cousinia mucida, Cousinia agelocephala, Cousinia pseudostenolepis, Cousinia tscherneviae, Cousinia longifolia, Cousinia cymbolepis, Cousinia linczewskii, Cousinia ecbatanensis, Cousinia pichleriana, Cousinia stahliana, Cousinia arctotidifolia, Cousinia hybrida, Cousinia omphalodes, Cousinia tedshenica, Cousinia arenaria, Cousinia alaica, Cousinia syrdarjensis, Cousinia crassipes,

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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