Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inflata
ID:
43172

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn. ex Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 512 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042501



Common Names

  • Inflata Cousinia
  • Inflata Hawkweed
  • Inflata Mouse-Ear Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Arctium inflatum Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Cousinia inflata (also called Inflated Cousinia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Central Asia and is found in steppes, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia inflata is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, as well as for ornamental purposes in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia inflata is yellow and has a diameter of 2 cm. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are thin and yellow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia inflata is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and to keep the soil moist until germination. Once established, it will require minimal care.

Where to Find Cousinia inflata

Cousinia inflata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky and sandy soils.

Cousinia inflata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia inflata?

Cousinia inflata

What is the common name of Cousinia inflata?

Inflated Cousinia

Where is Cousinia inflata found?

Cousinia inflata is found in the Middle East and Central Asia

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-141113: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.