Status:
valid
Authors:
Rech.f.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Biol. Skr. viii. n.° 2 (Symb. Afghan. II
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025325
Common Names
- Cousinia stereoneura
- Stereoneura Cousinia
- Stereoneura Hawkweed
Description
Cousinia stereoneura (also called Stereoneural Cousinia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the southwestern United States. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has small, yellow flowers. Its leaves are lanceolate in shape and its fruits are small, dark-colored seeds. It is found in dry, open woods and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Cousinia stereoneura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. Its leaves are used to make herbal teas, and its flowers are used to make essential oils and perfumes. The plant is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cousinia stereoneura are yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cousinia stereoneura is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Cousinia stereoneura
Cousinia stereoneura is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in the wild in Turkey, Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan.
Cousinia stereoneura FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cousinia stereoneura?
Cousinia stereoneura
What is the family of Cousinia stereoneura?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Cousinia stereoneura?
Stereoneura Cousinia
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,