Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
smirnowii
ID:
66425

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trautv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada viii. (1883) 488.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065754



Common Names

  • Smirnow's thistle
  • Smirnow thistle
  • Smirnow's knapweed


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Description

Cousinia smirnowii (also called Smirnow's Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia smirnowii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes such as treating fever, coughs, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia smirnowii is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings are small, green, and spiny.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia smirnowii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Cousinia smirnowii

Cousinia smirnowii is native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It grows in dry, rocky areas and can be found in meadows and steppes.

Cousinia smirnowii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia smirnowii?

Cousinia smirnowii

What is the natural habitat of Cousinia smirnowii?

Cousinia smirnowii is native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia.

What is the flowering period of Cousinia smirnowii?

The flowering period of Cousinia smirnowii is from June to July.

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,

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