Cousinia discolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
90389
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
gcc
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Gatt. Cous. : 34 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089718
Common Names
- Cousinia Discolor
- Discolor Cousinia
- Cousinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cousinia discolor (also called Discolor Cousinia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Iran, and is found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides, pastures, and secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cousinia discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to create windbreaks and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cousinia discolor has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cousinia discolor is a perennial herb native to the Andes Mountains of Peru and Ecuador. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by seed, as it can be difficult to propagate from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Once established, Cousinia discolor is relatively drought tolerant.
Where to Find Cousinia discolor
Cousinia discolor can be found in the Caucasus Mountains, Iran, and Turkey.
Cousinia discolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cousinia discolor?
Cousinia discolor
What type of plant is Cousinia discolor?
Cousinia discolor is a perennial herb.
Where is Cousinia discolor found?
Cousinia discolor is found in the Caucasus Mountains.
What is the growth habit of Cousinia discolor?
Cousinia discolor has a rosette-forming growth habit.
What is the flower color of Cousinia discolor?
Cousinia discolor has yellow flowers.
Species in the Cousinia genus
Cousinia peduncularis, Cousinia ortholepis, Cousinia sagittata, Cousinia stenophylla, Cousinia fetissowi, Cousinia amoena, Cousinia porphyrostephana, Cousinia griffithiana, Cousinia polycephala, Cousinia falconeri, Cousinia erivanensis, Cousinia hypoleuca, Cousinia pseudolanata, Cousinia albertoregelia, Cousinia eriobasis, Cousinia glabriseta, Cousinia kerstanii, Cousinia sakawensis, Cousinia subscaposa, Cousinia stricta, Cousinia oopoda, Cousinia bienerti, Cousinia chejrabadensis, Cousinia polytimetica, Cousinia novissima, Cousinia kuramensis, Cousinia dubia, Cousinia pulchra, Cousinia cavarae, Cousinia heterogenetos, Cousinia scariosa, Cousinia pygmaea, Cousinia mucida, Cousinia agelocephala, Cousinia pseudostenolepis, Cousinia tscherneviae, Cousinia longifolia, Cousinia cymbolepis, Cousinia linczewskii, Cousinia ecbatanensis, Cousinia pichleriana, Cousinia stahliana, Cousinia arctotidifolia, Cousinia hybrida, Cousinia omphalodes, Cousinia tedshenica, Cousinia arenaria, Cousinia alaica, Cousinia syrdarjensis, Cousinia crassipes,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-46023: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.