Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
commutata
ID:
16725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
gcc

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Gatt. Cous. : 24 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016054



Common Names

  • Cousinia commutata
  • Commutated Cousinia
  • Commutated Cousinia


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Synonyms

  • Arctium commutatum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cousinia larica Parsa [unknown]
  • Cousinia dichroantha Bornm. & Gauba [unknown]
  • Cousinia campylacme Bornm. & Gauba [unknown]

Description

Cousinia commutata (also called Variable Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia commutata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, respiratory problems, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cousinia commutata has small yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have a pair of leaves that are linear and pointed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia commutata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Cousinia commutata

Cousinia commutata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, open areas such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Cousinia commutata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia commutata?

Cousinia commutata

What is the natural habitat of Cousinia commutata?

It is native to the mountains of Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Afghanistan.

What is the flower color of Cousinia commutata?

The flowers of Cousinia commutata are usually 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-11553: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.