Cousinia carthamoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carthamoides
ID:
45469
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aitch. & Hemsl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 19: 171 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044798
Common Names
- Cousinia Carthamoides
- Carthamus Thistle
- Safflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cousinia carthamoides (also called 'Carthamus Cousinia', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Middle East. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry grassland and on rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Cousinia carthamoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cousinia carthamoides is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of 1.5-2.5 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped with a length of 2-3 mm. The seedlings are slender, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cousinia carthamoides is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Cousinia carthamoides
Cousinia carthamoides is a species of flowering plant found in the Middle East and Central Asia. It is a perennial herb that grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Cousinia carthamoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cousinia carthamoides?
Cousinia carthamoides
What type of plant is Cousinia carthamoides?
Cousinia carthamoides is a perennial herb.
Where is Cousinia carthamoides found?
Cousinia carthamoides is found in the Caucasus, Iran, and Turkey.
What is the growth habit of Cousinia carthamoides?
Cousinia carthamoides is an upright, branching plant with a woody base.
What is the flower color of Cousinia carthamoides?
The flowers of Cousinia carthamoides are yellow or white.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-143329: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
James Edward Tierney Aitchison (1836-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aitch.' in the authors string.