Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alexeenkoana
ID:
131003

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 62: 107 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130332



Common Names

  • Cousinia
  • Cousin's Daisy
  • Alexeenko's Daisy


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Description

Cousinia alexeenkoana (also called Alexeenko's thistle, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial, growing up to 1 m in height. It is native to the Caucasus region, and is found in open and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia alexeenkoana is an edible plant that is used in salads and as a garnish. It has a mild, slightly bitter taste and is high in vitamins A and C. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat skin conditions and its roots being used to treat digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cousinia alexeenkoana var. nekarmanica (Rech.f.) Parsa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia alexeenkoana is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm and four petals. The seed is a small, brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia alexeenkoana is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a cool climate and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Cousinia alexeenkoana

Cousinia alexeenkoana is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Cousinia alexeenkoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia alexeenkoana?

Cousinia alexeenkoana

What is the common name of Cousinia alexeenkoana?

Alexeenko's Cousinia

What is the family of Cousinia alexeenkoana?

Asteraceae

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,