Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mattfeldii
ID:
130196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 108: 38 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129525



Common Names

  • Mattfeld's Cousinia
  • Mattfeld's Hawkweed
  • Mattfeld's Hawk's-beard


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Description

Cousinia mattfeldii (also called Mattfeld's Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a tall stem and grows to a height of about 1.5 meters. Its leaves are lanceolate, serrated and have a white midrib. This plant is commonly found in dry habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia mattfeldii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia mattfeldii is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a dark center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of white hairs at the tip of the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia mattfeldii is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or by division of established plants. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in spring or early summer and thin the seedlings to about 10 cm apart. The plants will flower in late summer and can be cut back after flowering to encourage new growth. Propagation can also be done by division of established plants.

Where to Find Cousinia mattfeldii

Cousinia mattfeldii is found in the Caucasus region of Eurasia.

Cousinia mattfeldii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia mattfeldii?

Cousinia mattfeldii

What type of plant is Cousinia mattfeldii?

Cousinia mattfeldii is a flowering plant

Where does Cousinia mattfeldii grow?

Cousinia mattfeldii is native to South Africa

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,