Status:
valid
Authors:
Kult.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Trudy Turkestansk. Naucn. Obsc. 1: 113. 1923 ; et in Bull. Univ. As. Centr. vii.Suppl. 32 (1924).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068755
Common Names
- Cousinia Vicaria
- Vicaria Cousinia
- Cousinia
Description
Cousinia vicaria (also called Vicar's Cushion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Iran, and is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cousinia vicaria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate drought.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cousinia vicaria has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black in colour. Its seedlings have small, grey-green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cousinia vicaria is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Cousinia vicaria
Cousinia vicaria is native to Iran and can be found in the northern regions of the country.
Cousinia vicaria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cousinia vicaria?
Cousinia vicaria
What is the natural habitat of Cousinia vicaria?
Cousinia vicaria is native to the Caucasus region.
What are the common names of Cousinia vicaria?
Common names of Cousinia vicaria include Vicar's thistle and Caucasian thistle.
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,