Status:
valid
Authors:
(Coss. & Balansa) Holub
Source:
gcc
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 8(4): 391 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004234
Common Names
- Caulescent Leuzea
- Leuzea caulescens
- Caulescent Ragwort
Synonyms
- Stemmacantha caulescens (Coss. & Balansa) Soldano [unknown]
- Centaurea cossoniana Ball [unknown]
- Serratula caulescens Coss. [unknown]
- Rhaponticum cossonianum (Ball) Greuter [unknown]
- Rhaponticum caulescens Coss. & Balansa [unknown]
Description
Leuzea caulescens (also called 'Caulescent leuzea', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to Europe, specifically the Mediterranean region, and is found in open grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Leuzea caulescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leuzea caulescens is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leuzea caulescens is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and the cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.
Where to Find Leuzea caulescens
Leuzea caulescens can be found in Central Asia, the Caucasus, and parts of Siberia.
Leuzea caulescens FAQ
What is the best soil type for Leuzea caulescens?
Leuzea caulescens prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.
How much sunlight does Leuzea caulescens need?
Leuzea caulescens needs full sun to partial shade.
How often should Leuzea caulescens be watered?
Leuzea caulescens should be watered regularly during the growing season, but should not be overwatered.
Species in the Leuzea genus
Leuzea nana,
Leuzea caulescens,
Leuzea pusilla,
Leuzea acaulis,
Leuzea karatavica,
Leuzea cynaroides,
Leuzea berardioides,
Leuzea integrifolia,
Leuzea cynaroides,
Leuzea conifera,
Leuzea centauroides,
Leuzea pulchra,
Leuzea berardioides,
Leuzea insignis,
Leuzea lyrata,
Leuzea aulieatensis,
Leuzea australis,
Leuzea namanganica,
Leuzea exaltata,
Leuzea altaica,
Leuzea rhapontica,
Leuzea annae-bentiae,
Leuzea uniflora,
Leuzea nitida,
Leuzea carthamoides,
Leuzea longifolia,
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,