Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platylepis
ID:
39378

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrenk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Mey. Ind. sem. hort. Petrop. 9: 10 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038707



Common Names

  • Cousinia Platylepis
  • Platylepis Cousinia
  • Cousinia


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Synonyms

  • Arctium platylepis (Fisch., C.A.Mey. & Avé-Lall.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Cousinia platylepis (also called Platylepis Cousinia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Central Asia. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in summer. It prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia platylepis is a perennial herb that is native to the Middle East and Central Asia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia platylepis is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia platylepis can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny location.

Where to Find Cousinia platylepis

Cousinia platylepis is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Cousinia platylepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia platylepis?

Cousinia platylepis

What is the common name of Cousinia platylepis?

Broad-leaved Cousinia

What is the growth habit of Cousinia platylepis?

Perennial

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