Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
gcc
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Gatt. Cous. : 53 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113584
Common Names
- Lyrata Cousinia
- Lyrata Daisy
- Lyrata Daisy Bush
Synonyms
- Arctium lyratum Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Cousinia lyrata (also called Lyre-leaved Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a stem that grows up to 30 cm tall, and its leaves are alternate, lyrate, and serrated. This plant is found in rocky meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Cousinia lyrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cousinia lyrata has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cousinia lyrata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming. Divide the clumps every two to three years to maintain vigor.
Where to Find Cousinia lyrata
Cousinia lyrata can be found in Iran.
Cousinia lyrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cousinia lyrata?
Cousinia lyrata
What are the common names of Cousinia lyrata?
Common names of Cousinia lyrata include Lyre-Leaved Cousinia and Lyre-Leaved Hawkweed
What is the natural habitat of Cousinia lyrata?
Cousinia lyrata is native to the mountains of Iran
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,