Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
psammophila
ID:
11852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kult.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Trudy Sredne-Aziatsk. Gosud. Univ., Ser. 8b, Bot. 6: 15 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011181

Common Names

  • Psammophila Cousinia
  • Sand Cousinia
  • Beach Cousinia

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Description

Cousinia psammophila (also called Sand-loving Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a woody stem, and grows to a height of 0.3-0.5 m. It is found in dry, sandy habitats, and is often found in grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia psammophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia psammophila is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia psammophila is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and placed in a moist medium. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they take root.

Where to Find Cousinia psammophila

Cousinia psammophila is found in the mountains of Turkey.

Cousinia psammophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia psammophila?

Cousinia psammophila

What is the common name of Cousinia psammophila?

Sand-loving Cousinia

What is the natural habitat of Cousinia psammophila?

It is found in dry and sandy places, at an altitude of 1000-2500 m.

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,

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