Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 475 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075512
Common Names
- Cousinia bachtiarica
- Bachtiarica Cousinia
- Koushneh Bachtiarica
Description
Cousinia bachtiarica (also called 'Bachtiar's Cousinia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and can reach up to 40 cm in height. It has a rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry meadows, rocky slopes and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Cousinia bachtiarica is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cousinia bachtiarica is yellow and has a single head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cousinia bachtiarica is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to divide the plant every few years to keep it healthy.
Where to Find Cousinia bachtiarica
Cousinia bachtiarica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in open grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Cousinia bachtiarica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cousinia bachtiarica?
Cousinia bachtiarica
What is the common name of Cousinia bachtiarica?
Bachtiar's Cousinia
What is the natural habitat of Cousinia bachtiarica?
Grassy slopes and meadows
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,