Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gypsicola
ID:
12602

Status:
valid

Authors:
Iljin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Izv. Bot. Sada Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 30: 357 (1932). (1931 publ. 1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011931

Common Names

  • Gypsicola Carthamus
  • Carthamus Gypsicola
  • Gypsicola

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Description

Carthamus gypsicola (also called 'Gypsum Safflower', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Spain and Portugal. It has a simple stem and its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and serrated. It grows in dry areas, such as sandy soils and gypsum soils.

Uses & Benefits

Carthamus gypsicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carthamus gypsicola is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carthamus gypsicola is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Carthamus gypsicola

Carthamus gypsicola can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Carthamus gypsicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carthamus gypsicola?

Carthamus gypsicola

What is the common name of Carthamus gypsicola?

Gypsum Safflower

Where does Carthamus gypsicola grow?

Carthamus gypsicola grows in North Africa and the Middle East

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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