Status:
valid
Authors:
Coss. & Durieu
Source:
gcc
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 3: 743 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025021
Common Names
- Catananche
- Montana
- Cupid's Dart
Synonyms
- Catananche webbii Sch.Bip. [unknown]
Description
Catananche montana (also called Mountain Catananche, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that is native to Spain. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Catananche montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Catananche montana has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Catananche montana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Catananche montana
Catananche montana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky, dry habitats. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.
Catananche montana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catananche montana?
Catananche montana
What is the common name of Catananche montana?
Mountain Catananche
Where is Catananche montana found?
Catananche montana is found in the tropical Andes of Ecuador
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,