Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
78711

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 2: 248 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078040



Common Names

  • Cousinia humilis
  • Humble Cousinia
  • Low Cousinia


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Synonyms

  • Arctium humile Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Cousinia humilis (also called Low Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to the Middle East and grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia humilis is an ornamental plant that is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas, as it is known to have calming effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cousinia humilis has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough surface. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia humilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.

Where to Find Cousinia humilis

Cousinia humilis is native to the Middle East and can be found in Iran, Iraq, and Turkey.

Cousinia humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia humilis?

Cousinia humilis

What is the family of Cousinia humilis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Cousinia humilis?

Humble thistle

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-34647: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.