Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wolffiana
ID:
1265217

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fedde ex H.Wolff) C.Norman

Source:
tro

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 78: 229. 1940

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264555

Common Names

  • Vicatia Wolffiana
  • Wolffiana
  • Wolffiana Plant

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Description

Vicatia wolffiana (also called Wolff's vicatia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, specifically France, Spain and Portugal. It typically grows in dry, arid areas, such as in deserts and on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Vicatia wolffiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known to attract birds and butterflies and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicatia wolffiana has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oblong shape. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicatia wolffiana is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Vicatia wolffiana

Vicatia wolffiana is found in the Middle East, Central Asia, and South Asia.

Vicatia wolffiana FAQ

How does Vicatia wolffiana reproduce?

Vicatia wolffiana reproduces by producing seeds which are dispersed by wind.

What is the optimal temperature for Vicatia wolffiana?

The optimal temperature for Vicatia wolffiana is between 20-30°C.

What is the natural habitat of Vicatia wolffiana?

The natural habitat of Vicatia wolffiana is dry, rocky areas.

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50213286: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Karl Georg Fedde (1873-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fedde' in the authors string.
Karl Friedrich August Hermann Wolff (1866-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wolff' in the authors string.
Cecil Norman (1872-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Norman' in the authors string.