Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
olgae
ID:
122753

Status:
valid

Authors:
Regel & Schmalh.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
in Pl. Nov. Fedsch. 48.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122082



Common Names

  • Cousinia Olgae
  • Olga's Cousinia
  • Olga's Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Cousinia olgae olgae [unknown]
  • Cousinia olgae cordata C.Winkl. [unknown]

Description

Cousinia olgae (also called Olga's Cousinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus Mountains. It has a creeping stem and yellow flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia olgae is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and flowers that can add color and texture to a garden. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia olgae is a yellow-white color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia olgae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of dry conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame.

Where to Find Cousinia olgae

Cousinia olgae is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in open grasslands, woodlands, and rocky slopes.

Cousinia olgae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia olgae?

Cousinia olgae

What is the common name of Cousinia olgae?

Olga's Cousinia

What is the natural habitat of Cousinia olgae?

Grassy areas in the western parts of South Australia

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-83270: Based on the initial data import
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Johannes Theodor Schmalhausen (1849-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schmalh.' in the authors string.