Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
euchlora
ID:
86692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm. & Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 48: 131 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086021



Common Names

  • Cousinia
  • Euchlora Cousinia
  • Euchlora


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Description

Cousinia euchlora (also called 'Giant 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 tall stem with white or pink flowers. It grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia euchlora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia euchlora is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender, with a single, unbranched stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia euchlora is a perennial herb which is native to the Caucasus and Iran. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, sandy soil. Division should be done in the spring or autumn, taking care to divide the clumps into sections with plenty of roots. The plants should be planted in a sunny, well-drained position.

Where to Find Cousinia euchlora

Cousinia euchlora is native to the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe and can be found in open grasslands and scrublands.

Cousinia euchlora FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Cousinia euchlora?

Cousinia euchlora prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

What is the best way to propagate Cousinia euchlora?

Cousinia euchlora can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

How often should Cousinia euchlora be watered?

Cousinia euchlora should be watered regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

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-42408: Based on the initial data import
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.