Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrolepis
ID:
87305

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn. ex Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 505 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086634



Common Names

  • Large-leaved Cousinia
  • Large-leaved Cousin's Thistle
  • Large-leaved Cousin's Plume


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Synonyms

  • Arctium macrolepis Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Cousinia macrolepis (also called 'Large-scaled Cousinia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia macrolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cousinia macrolepis has small, yellow flowers with five petals that are about 1/2 inch in diameter. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oval-shaped and have a white underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia macrolepis is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It can be propagated from seed or by division of clumps in spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cousinia macrolepis

Cousinia macrolepis is native to the Middle East and can be found in countries such as Iran, Iraq, and Turkey.

Cousinia macrolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia macrolepis?

Cousinia macrolepis

What is the natural habitat of Cousinia macrolepis?

Cousinia macrolepis is found in the mountains of the Caucasus.

What is the flowering period of Cousinia macrolepis?

Cousinia macrolepis typically flowers from May to July.

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-43019: 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.