Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decurrentifolia
ID:
97439

Status:
valid

Authors:
Juz. ex Tscherneva

Source:
gcc

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Inst. Bot. Akad. Nauk Uzbeksk. S.S.R. 17: 93 (1962). (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096768



Common Names

  • Decurrent-leaved Cousinia
  • Decurrent-leaved Hawkweed
  • Decurrent-leaved Plume Thistle


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Description

Cousinia decurrentifolia (also called Decurrent-leaved Cousinia, Decurrent-leaved Hawkweed, and Decurrent-leaved Mouse-ear Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Europe, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia decurrentifolia is a perennial plant that is used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive yellow flowers and is drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for dry climates. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cousinia decurrentifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm and has a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, black and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia decurrentifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division of the root clump. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and moderately salt-tolerant.

Where to Find Cousinia decurrentifolia

Cousinia decurrentifolia is native to Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Cousinia decurrentifolia FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Cousinia decurrentifolia?

Cousinia decurrentifolia prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the lifespan of Cousinia decurrentifolia?

Cousinia decurrentifolia is a short-lived perennial, typically lasting 2-3 years.

What is the best way to propagate Cousinia decurrentifolia?

Cousinia decurrentifolia can be propagated by seed or division.

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-52904: Based on the initial data import
Sergéi Yuzepchuk (1893-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Juz.' in the authors string.
Olga Cherneva (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tscherneva' in the authors string.