Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carthamoides
ID:
135840

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Diss. Comp. 49. n. 2. 205 1810

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135169



Common Names

  • Carthamus Leuzea
  • Safflower Leuzea
  • Cotton Thistle Leuzea


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Description

Leuzea carthamoides (also called Maral Root, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Central Asia, and is found in dry and rocky areas, as well as in meadows and steppes. It is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1 meter tall, with a thick, woody rootstock and a few, sparsely branched stems. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and up to 15 cm long. Its flowers are yellow, with a diameter of up to 2 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Leuzea carthamoides is used as an ornamental plant for its bright yellow flowers and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leuzea carthamoides sub. orientalis Serg.
Leuzea carthamoides sub. carthamoides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leuzea carthamoides is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leuzea carthamoides can be propagated by division of the rootstock in spring or autumn. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.

Where to Find Leuzea carthamoides

Leuzea carthamoides is native to Central Asia, including parts of Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia.

Leuzea carthamoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leuzea carthamoides?

Leuzea carthamoides

What is the common name of Leuzea carthamoides?

Carthamoides Leuzea

What is the natural habitat of Leuzea carthamoides?

Leuzea carthamoides is found in grasslands and meadows in Europe and Asia.

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 version 1.0, record: gcc-19068: Originally associated with wfo-0000062059
The Plant List version 1.1, record: gcc-19068: Originally associated with wfo-0000062059
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:230287-1: Based on the initial data import