Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Asie Min., Bot. 2: 220 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594643
Common Names
- Cephalaria Tchihatchewi
- Tchihatchew's Cephalaria
- Cephalaria
Description
Cephalaria tchihatchewi (also called Tchihatchew's Cephalaria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky places, on cliffs, and in open woodlands, and is tolerant of drought and heat.
Uses & Benefits
Cephalaria tchihatchewi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cephalaria tchihatchewi has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cephalaria tchihatchewi is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from 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 can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Cephalaria tchihatchewi
Cephalaria tchihatchewi is native to Turkey and can be found in open grasslands and rocky slopes.
Cephalaria tchihatchewi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalaria tchihatchewi?
Cephalaria tchihatchewi
What is the common name of Cephalaria tchihatchewi?
Tchihatchewi Cephalaria
What is the natural habitat of Cephalaria tchihatchewi?
Cephalaria tchihatchewi is native to Turkey and the Caucasus region.
Species in the Cephalaria genus
Cephalaria duzceensis,
Cephalaria alpina,
Cephalaria ambrosioides,
Cephalaria anatolica,
Cephalaria aristata,
Cephalaria armeniaca,
Cephalaria armerioides,
Cephalaria armoraciifolia,
Cephalaria attenuata,
Cephalaria axillaris,
Cephalaria aytachii,
Cephalaria balansae,
Cephalaria balkharica,
Cephalaria beijiangensis,
Cephalaria calcarea,
Cephalaria cedrorum,
Cephalaria charadzeae,
Cephalaria cilicica,
Cephalaria coriacea,
Cephalaria dagestanica,
Cephalaria decurrens,
Cephalaria demetrii,
Cephalaria dichaetophora,
Cephalaria dirmilensis,
Cephalaria ekimiana,
Cephalaria elazigensis,
Cephalaria elmaliensis,
Cephalaria fanourii,
Cephalaria flava,
Cephalaria foliosa,
Cephalaria galpiniana,
Cephalaria gazipashensis,
Cephalaria gigantea,
Cephalaria goetzei,
Cephalaria hakkiarica,
Cephalaria hirsuta,
Cephalaria humilis,
Cephalaria integrifolia,
Cephalaria isaurica,
Cephalaria joppensis,
Cephalaria juncea,
Cephalaria katangensis,
Cephalaria kesruanica,
Cephalaria kotschyi,
Cephalaria laevigata,
Cephalaria leucantha,
Cephalaria litvinovii,
Cephalaria lycica,
Cephalaria mauritanica,
Cephalaria media,
Species in the Caprifoliaceae family
Bassecoia bretschneideri,
Bassecoia siamensis,
Bassecoia hookeri,
Cephalaria duzceensis,
Cephalaria alpina,
Cephalaria ambrosioides,
Cephalaria anatolica,
Cephalaria aristata,
Cephalaria armeniaca,
Cephalaria armerioides,
Cephalaria armoraciifolia,
Cephalaria attenuata,
Cephalaria axillaris,
Cephalaria aytachii,
Cephalaria balansae,
Cephalaria balkharica,
Cephalaria beijiangensis,
Cephalaria calcarea,
Cephalaria cedrorum,
Cephalaria charadzeae,
Cephalaria cilicica,
Cephalaria coriacea,
Cephalaria dagestanica,
Cephalaria decurrens,
Cephalaria demetrii,
Cephalaria dichaetophora,
Cephalaria dirmilensis,
Cephalaria ekimiana,
Cephalaria elazigensis,
Cephalaria elmaliensis,
Cephalaria fanourii,
Cephalaria flava,
Cephalaria foliosa,
Cephalaria galpiniana,
Cephalaria gazipashensis,
Cephalaria gigantea,
Cephalaria goetzei,
Cephalaria hakkiarica,
Cephalaria hirsuta,
Cephalaria humilis,
Cephalaria integrifolia,
Cephalaria isaurica,
Cephalaria joppensis,
Cephalaria juncea,
Cephalaria katangensis,
Cephalaria kesruanica,
Cephalaria kotschyi,
Cephalaria laevigata,
Cephalaria leucantha,
Cephalaria litvinovii,