Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sheidaii
ID:
84179

Status:
valid

Authors:
Attar, Ghahr. & Mahdigholi

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Novon 17(1): 5 (-7; fig. 2) (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083508



Common Names

  • Sheidaii Cousinia
  • Cousinia Sheidaii
  • Sheidaii's Cousinia


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Description

Cousinia sheidaii (also called Sheidai's Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a long, narrow, and hairy stem with small, yellow flowers. It prefers dry, rocky habitats and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia sheidaii is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, as well as to reduce inflammation and pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia sheidaii is a yellowish-white flower with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, oval-shaped, and dark brown. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia sheidaii is a perennial herb native to the Caucasus region. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. The plants should be spaced about 10 cm apart and grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Once established, the plants will require little maintenance and can be divided every few years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Cousinia sheidaii

Cousinia sheidaii is native to the Himalayan region of India and Pakistan.

Cousinia sheidaii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia sheidaii?

Cousinia sheidaii

What is the family of Cousinia sheidaii?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Cousinia sheidaii?

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,

References

Ahmad Ghahreman (1928-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghahr.' in the authors string.
Farideh Attar (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Attar' in the authors string.
Kazem Mahdigholi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mahdigholi' in the authors string.