Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Winkl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada x. (1887) 579.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022797
Common Names
- Cousinia Rotundifolia
- Round-Leaved Cousinia
- Round Cousinia
Description
Cousinia rotundifolia (also called Round-leaved Cousinia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single, erect stem with a terminal inflorescence. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils, in open areas and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Cousinia rotundifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cousinia rotundifolia are yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cousinia rotundifolia is a perennial herb that is native to the Caucasus region. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It is best to prune the plant in the late summer to encourage more growth.
Where to Find Cousinia rotundifolia
Cousinia rotundifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Cousinia rotundifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cousinia rotundifolia?
Cousinia rotundifolia
What type of plant is Cousinia rotundifolia?
Cousinia rotundifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where is Cousinia rotundifolia found?
Cousinia rotundifolia is found in Iran.
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,