Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolicholepis
ID:
67506

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrenk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 3: 107 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066835



Common Names

  • Dolicholepis Cousinia
  • Cousinia
  • Cousinia Dolicholepis


Searching for Cousinia dolicholepis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Arctium dolicholepis Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Cousinia dolicholepis (also called Long-leaved Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, yellow flower head on a long, hollow stem. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia dolicholepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cousinia dolicholepis are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with narrow, pointed leaves.

Searching for Cousinia dolicholepis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia dolicholepis can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cousinia dolicholepis

Cousinia dolicholepis is native to Iran and can be found in the provinces of East Azerbaijan, West Azerbaijan, and Zanjan.

Cousinia dolicholepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia dolicholepis?

Cousinia dolicholepis

What is the common name of Cousinia dolicholepis?

Long-scale thistle

What is the family of Cousinia dolicholepis?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Cousinia dolicholepis?

Mesic to dry prairies, savannas, and disturbed sites

What is the native range of Cousinia dolicholepis?

Eastern and central United States

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