Cousinia pestalozzae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pestalozzae
ID:
85167
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 471 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084496
Common Names
- Cousinia pestalozzae
- Pestalozzi's Cousinia
- Pestalozzi's Knapweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cousinia pestalozzae (also called 'Pestalozzi's Cousinia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Middle East. It grows up to 50 cm tall and has a branched stem. Its leaves are lanceolate and are covered in small hairs. It is found in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Cousinia pestalozzae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cousinia pestalozzae is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings are small, green, and have a rosette-like shape.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cousinia pestalozzae is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune back after flowering to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Cousinia pestalozzae
Cousinia pestalozzae is native to Iran and can be found in dry, rocky areas of the country.
Cousinia pestalozzae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cousinia pestalozzae?
Cousinia pestalozzae
What type of plant is Cousinia pestalozzae?
It is a flowering plant.
Where is Cousinia pestalozzae found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region.
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-40939: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.