Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
consanguinea
ID:
22658

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. xxxiv. 11. 282 (1916).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021987



Common Names

  • Cousinia consanguinea
  • Bloody Hawkweed
  • Scarlet Hawkweed


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Description

Cousinia consanguinea (also called Consanguineous Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of 0.5-1 m and has a branched stem with ovate leaves. It is found in dry grasslands and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia consanguinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cousinia consanguinea has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia consanguinea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It requires regular watering during the growing season and can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Cousinia consanguinea

Cousinia consanguinea is native to the Caucasus Mountains in Europe. It can be found in grasslands and scrublands.

Cousinia consanguinea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia consanguinea?

Cousinia consanguinea

What is the common name of Cousinia consanguinea?

Consanguineous Cousinia

What are the characteristics of Cousinia consanguinea?

Cousinia consanguinea is an annual herb with yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

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,