Status:
valid
Authors:
(Regel & Schmalh.) Holub
Source:
gcc
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 8(4): 391 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010918
Common Names
- Karatavian Leuzea
- Karatavian Leuzea
- Karatavian Leuzea
Description
Leuzea karatavica (also called 'Karatavian Leuzea', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Central Asia and is found in dry, grassy meadows and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Leuzea karatavica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leuzea karatavica has yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leuzea karatavica is an evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rootball in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Leuzea karatavica
Leuzea karatavica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
Leuzea karatavica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leuzea karatavica?
Leuzea karatavica
What is the common name of Leuzea karatavica?
Karatavian Leuzea
What is the family of Leuzea karatavica?
Asteraceae
Species in the Leuzea genus
Leuzea nana,
Leuzea caulescens,
Leuzea pusilla,
Leuzea acaulis,
Leuzea karatavica,
Leuzea cynaroides,
Leuzea berardioides,
Leuzea integrifolia,
Leuzea cynaroides,
Leuzea conifera,
Leuzea centauroides,
Leuzea pulchra,
Leuzea berardioides,
Leuzea insignis,
Leuzea lyrata,
Leuzea aulieatensis,
Leuzea australis,
Leuzea namanganica,
Leuzea exaltata,
Leuzea altaica,
Leuzea rhapontica,
Leuzea annae-bentiae,
Leuzea uniflora,
Leuzea nitida,
Leuzea carthamoides,
Leuzea longifolia,
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,