Cousinia sclerolepis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sclerolepis
ID:
36869
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Shih
Source:
gcc
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 4(2): 60 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036198
Common Names
- Sclerolepis Cousinia
- Sclerolepis
- Cousinia sclerolepis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cousinia sclerolepis (also called Cut-leaved Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Middle East. It has a basal rosette of leaves and grows up to 1m tall. It is found in rocky and stony slopes and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Cousinia sclerolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as an ingredient in herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Cousinia sclerolepis flower is yellow in color and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings have a rosette form and are covered in small hairs.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cousinia sclerolepis is a perennial herb that is native to the Caucasus Mountains. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Cousinia sclerolepis
Cousinia sclerolepis is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Cousinia sclerolepis FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Cousinia sclerolepis?
Cousinia sclerolepis prefers a warm, dry environment with bright, indirect sunlight. It should be watered regularly and kept in well-draining soil.
What type of soil is best for Cousinia sclerolepis?
Cousinia sclerolepis prefers a soil that is rich in organic matter and well-draining. A mixture of peat moss, perlite, and compost is ideal.
How often should Cousinia sclerolepis be watered?
Cousinia sclerolepis should be watered regularly, about once a week or when the soil is dry to the touch. It is important to avoid overwatering, as this can lead to 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-135003: Based on the initial data import
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.