Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
czatkalica
ID:
127944

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tscherneva

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 29: 122 (1993) (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127273

Common Names

  • Cousinia czatkalica
  • Czatkalica Hawkweed
  • Czatkalica Cousinia

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Description

Cousinia czatkalica (also called Czatkalica Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that typically grows to a height of 0.5–1 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a thick, woody rootstock and spiny, grey-green leaves that are deeply lobed. The flowers are white to pinkish-purple and are borne in a large, thistle-like inflorescence.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia czatkalica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia czatkalica is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia czatkalica is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. Division of the rootstock should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Cousinia czatkalica

Cousinia czatkalica is native to the Caucasus Mountains, where it grows in rocky areas and on slopes.

Cousinia czatkalica FAQ

What type of plant is Cousinia czatkalica?

Cousinia czatkalica is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.

Where is Cousinia czatkalica found?

Cousinia czatkalica is native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia.

What are the uses of Cousinia czatkalica?

Cousinia czatkalica is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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-88277: Based on the initial data import
Olga Cherneva (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tscherneva' in the authors string.