Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oreodoxa
ID:
115909

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm. & Sint.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Mitth. Thüring. Bot. Vereins xxiii. 99 (1908), nomen.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115238



Common Names

  • Cousinia Oreodoxa
  • Oreodoxa Thistle
  • Oreodoxa Cousinia


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Description

Cousinia oreodoxa (also called Oreodoxa Cousinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caucasus region. It has a woody stem and a dense, rounded crown of small, green leaves. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as in rocky areas and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia oreodoxa is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, digestive problems, and respiratory disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cousinia oreodoxa has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia oreodoxa is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When sowing the seeds, it is important to keep the soil moist and warm. The seedlings should be thinned out when they reach a height of about 10 cm. Cuttings can be taken from the stems and planted in moist soil. They should be kept in a warm, sunny spot and watered regularly.

Where to Find Cousinia oreodoxa

Cousinia oreodoxa is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in the countries of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Turkey.

Cousinia oreodoxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia oreodoxa?

Cousinia oreodoxa

What is the common name of Cousinia oreodoxa?

Mountain thistle

What is the habitat of Cousinia oreodoxa?

Mountainous regions of Europe

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-76703: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
Paul Sintenis (1847-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sint.' in the authors string.