Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pugionifera
ID:
19188

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient. 2(17-18): 92, t. 174 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018517



Common Names

  • Cousinia pugionifera
  • Pugionifera Cousinia
  • Pugionifera Daggerleaf


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Synonyms

  • Arctium pugioniferum Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Cousinia pugionifera (also called Daggerleaf thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Middle East and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and is commonly found in areas with low humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia pugionifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, and headache. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Cousinia pugionifera is yellow, small and clustered in a head. Seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia pugionifera is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in poor soils. It can also be propagated by division.

Where to Find Cousinia pugionifera

Cousinia pugionifera can be found in the mountains of Turkey and Iran.

Cousinia pugionifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia pugionifera?

Cousinia pugionifera

What is the common name of Cousinia pugionifera?

Dagger-leaved thistle

What is the natural habitat of Cousinia pugionifera?

Grassy slopes and rocky hillsides 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-117900: Based on the initial data import
Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.