Status:
valid
Authors:
Rech.f.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 90: 235 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114130
Common Names
- Cousinia Sanandajensis
- Sanandajensis Cousinia
- Cousinia Sanandaj
Description
Cousinia sanandajensis (also called Sanandaj Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Iran. It has a single stem that grows up to 1 meter in height, and is covered in small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Cousinia sanandajensis is used for its medicinal properties and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cousinia sanandajensis is a yellow, daisy-like flower with 8 petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cousinia sanandajensis is a perennial plant native to Iran. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn when the plant is dormant.
Where to Find Cousinia sanandajensis
Cousinia sanandajensis is native to Iran and can be found in the provinces of Kerman, Sistan and Baluchestan, and Hormozgan.
Cousinia sanandajensis FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Cousinia sanandajensis?
Cousinia sanandajensis prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
What is the best way to propagate Cousinia sanandajensis?
Cousinia sanandajensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.
What pests and diseases affect Cousinia sanandajensis?
Cousinia sanandajensis is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and root rot.
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,