Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lordeganensis
ID:
1319074

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mehregan

Source:
ipni

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 38(2): 341 (fig. 15, map) (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331528



Common Names

  • Cousinia Lordeganensis
  • Lordeganensis Cousinia
  • Lordeganensis Cousinia


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Description

Cousinia lordeganensis (also called Lordegan Cousinia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to Iran, and is found in dry, open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia lordeganensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines. It is also used as a food source and for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cousinia lordeganensis has yellow flowers with dark centers. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia lordeganensis is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It should be planted in well-drained soil and watered regularly. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Cousinia lordeganensis

Cousinia lordeganensis is native to Central Asia and can be found in the wild in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Tajikistan.

Cousinia lordeganensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia lordeganensis?

Cousinia lordeganensis

What is the common name of Cousinia lordeganensis?

Lordegan thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cousinia lordeganensis?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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

Iraj Mehregan (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mehregan' in the authors string.