Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
115958

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 3: 59 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115287

Common Names

  • Cousinia microcarpa
  • Small-Fruited Cousinia
  • Small-Fruited Hawkweed

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Synonyms

  • Cousinia xeranthemoides Bunge ex Boiss. [unknown]
  • Cousinia acanthoptera Rech.f. [unknown]
  • Arctium microcarpum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cousinia hystrix C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Brachythecium perminusculum (also called Brachythecium rutabulum, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a velvety texture and a prostrate growth habit. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in woodlands, along streams, and in rocky crevices.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia microcarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microgramma vacciniifolia has small, yellowish-green flowers, which are followed by small, light brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and two to three pairs of small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia microcarpa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Cousinia microcarpa

Cousinia microcarpa is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in the wild in this region. It can also be found in nurseries and garden centers in the United States.

Cousinia microcarpa FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Cousinia microcarpa?

Cousinia microcarpa prefers temperatures between 50-65°F (10-18°C).

What type of soil is best for Cousinia microcarpa?

Cousinia microcarpa prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Cousinia microcarpa need?

Cousinia microcarpa prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-76748: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.