Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
margiana
ID:
25374

Status:
valid

Authors:
Juz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Trudy Bot. Inst. Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R., Ser. 1, Fl. Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 3: 303 (1937) (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024703



Common Names

  • Cousinia Margiana
  • Margiana Cousinia
  • Margian's Cousinia


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Description

Cousinia margiana (also called Margian's Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and South Asia, and is found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves with serrated margins, and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia margiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It has many medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia margiana is white and daisy-like, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia margiana is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and fertile, and the plants should be watered regularly. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Cousinia margiana

Cousinia margiana is found in the mountains of Iran.

Cousinia margiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia margiana?

Cousinia margiana

What are the common names of Cousinia margiana?

Margiana thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cousinia margiana?

Cousinia margiana is native to the Middle East, where it can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts and grasslands.

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,

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