Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tamamschjanae
ID:
120478

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gabrieljan

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl., Rast. i Rast. Res. Arm. SSR (Sborn. Nauch. Trud.) 10: 21 (1987).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119807

Common Names

  • Safflower
  • Carthamus
  • Carthamus tamamschjanae

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Description

Carthamus tamamschjanae (also called 'Tama's Safflower', among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Carthamus tamamschjanae has many uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal herb, and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. Additionally, it is used as a natural insect repellent and to make dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Carthamus tamamschjanae has a yellow flower with a white center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carthamus tamamschjanae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. 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 garden.

Where to Find Carthamus tamamschjanae

Carthamus tamamschjanae can be found in the Middle East, from Iran to Turkey.

Carthamus tamamschjanae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carthamus tamamschjanae?

Carthamus tamamschjanae

What is the common name of Carthamus tamamschjanae?

Tamamschjana's Safflower

What is the natural habitat of Carthamus tamamschjanae?

Carthamus tamamschjanae is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas of Europe and the Mediterranean region.

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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