Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandis
ID:
120209

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.Mey. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 557 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119538



Common Names

  • Cousinia grandis
  • Grand Cousinia
  • Large Cousinia


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Synonyms

  • Arctium grande Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Cousinia grandis (also called Giant Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Caucasus region of Asia and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia grandis is a perennial plant native to Europe. It is used in ornamental landscaping, and its leaves can be used as a salad green.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia grandis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia grandis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Cousinia grandis

Cousinia grandis can be found in the mountains of the Caucasus region in Eurasia.

Cousinia grandis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia grandis?

Cousinia grandis

What is the common name of Cousinia grandis?

Cousinia

What is the family of Cousinia grandis?

Asteraceae

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-80830: Based on the initial data import
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.