Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
iskanderi
ID:
15092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 34(2): 168, hybr. (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014421

Common Names

  • Cousinia Iskanderi
  • Iskander's Cousinia
  • Cousinia

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Description

Cousinia iskanderi (also called Iskander's Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and narrow leaves. It is native to Iran and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia iskanderi is used as a garden ornamental and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia iskanderi is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia iskanderi 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 some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to start seeds indoors in late winter or early spring and then transplant them outdoors when the weather is warm. Division can be done in spring or fall. It is best to divide the clumps every few years to keep the plant healthy.

Where to Find Cousinia iskanderi

Cousinia iskanderi is native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It can be found in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands.

Cousinia iskanderi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia iskanderi?

Cousinia iskanderi

What is the common name of Cousinia iskanderi?

Iskander's Cousinia

Where is Cousinia iskanderi found?

Cousinia iskanderi is found in Turkey.

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,