Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arborescens
ID:
16073

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 831 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015402

Common Names

  • Carthamus arborescens
  • Tree Safflower
  • Tree Saffron

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Synonyms

  • Kentrophyllum elatum Gasp. [unknown]
  • Carthamus rigidus Willd. [unknown]
  • Carduncellus arborescens Sweet [unknown]
  • Onobroma arborescens Spreng. [unknown]
  • Phonus arborescens (L.) G.López [unknown]
  • Durandoa clausonis Pomel [unknown]
  • Durandoa arborescens Pomel [unknown]
  • Kentrophyllum arborescens Hook. [unknown]
  • Carthamus hircinus Lag. ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Carthamus hircinus Lag. [unknown]

Description

Carthamus arborescens (also called the tree safflower, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has alternate, lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It prefers sunny, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Carthamus arborescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carthamus arborescens is yellow and daisy-like. The seed is small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedling has a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carthamus arborescens is a deciduous shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

Where to Find Carthamus arborescens

Carthamus arborescens is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It can be found in Spain, France, Italy, and other countries in the region.

Carthamus arborescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carthamus arborescens?

Carthamus arborescens

What is the natural habitat of Carthamus arborescens?

Grasslands and scrublands

What is the flowering period of Carthamus arborescens?

April to June

Species in the Carthamus genus

Carthamus duvauxii, Carthamus dianius, Carthamus turkestanicus, Carthamus strictus, Carthamus gypsicola, Carthamus fruticosus, Carthamus arborescens, Carthamus pomelianus, Carthamus reboudianus, Carthamus multifidus, Carthamus lucens, Carthamus hispanicus, Carthamus mareoticus, Carthamus carduncellus, Carthamus tinctorius, Carthamus helenioides, Carthamus reboudianus, Carthamus cespitosus, Carthamus pomelianus, Carthamus rechingeri, Carthamus nitidus, Carthamus catrouxii, Carthamus pectinatus, Carthamus caeruleus, Carthamus chouletteanus, Carthamus faurei, Carthamus ilicifolius, Carthamus mitissimus, Carthamus tenuis, Carthamus balearicus, Carthamus calvus, Carthamus eriocephalus, Carthamus atractyloides, Carthamus plumosus, Carthamus creticus, Carthamus pinnatus, Carthamus lanatus, Carthamus dentatus, Carthamus leucocaulos, Carthamus tamamschjanae, Carthamus leucocaulos, Carthamus boissieri, Carthamus carthamoides, Carthamus rhiphaeus, Carthamus persicus, Carthamus battandieri, Carthamus glaucus, Carthamus oxyacantha, Carthamus curdicus, Carthamus rhaponticoides,

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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