Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragilis
ID:
23815

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Winkl. & Bornm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier v. 169. (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023144



Common Names

  • Fragilis Cousinia
  • Cousinia Fragilis
  • Brittle Cousinia


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Description

Cousinia fragilis (also called Fragile Cushion, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flower heads and is native to the Caucasus and Iran. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and stony hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia fragilis has medicinal uses, and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia fragilis is a yellow-golden daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia fragilis is a perennial herb that is native to the Middle East. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Cousinia fragilis

Cousinia fragilis is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Cousinia fragilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia fragilis?

Cousinia fragilis

What is the common name of Cousinia fragilis?

Fragile Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cousinia fragilis?

Dry and rocky slopes, grasslands, and open woodlands

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-12237: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
Constantin Winkler (1848-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Winkl.' in the authors string.