Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
27111

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Fl. Atlant. 2: 238 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026440

Common Names

  • Catananche Caespitosa
  • Caespitose Cupid's Dart
  • Tufted Cupid's Dart

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Description

Catananche caespitosa (also called Tufted Catananche, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that can reach up to 50 cm in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Catananche caespitosa is a popular ornamental plant, used in flower beds and borders. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat urinary problems, such as kidney stones and bladder infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catananche caespitosa has small, star-shaped, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catananche caespitosa is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot and lightly covered with soil. Division of the clumps should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Catananche caespitosa

Catananche caespitosa is native to Europe and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Catananche caespitosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catananche caespitosa?

Catananche caespitosa

What type of plant is Catananche caespitosa?

It is an herbaceous perennial plant

Where is Catananche caespitosa native to?

It is native to Europe and North Africa

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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