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
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.
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 Catananche genus
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,