Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subtaurica
ID:
27704

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tzvelev

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Fl. Evropeískoí Chasti SSSR 7: 122 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027033



Common Names

  • Subtaurica Achillea
  • Achillea Subtaurica
  • Achillea Subtaurica


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Description

Achillea subtaurica (also called Crimean yarrow, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 m, with a single stem and opposite leaves. Its flowers are white and its fruits are small, dry achenes. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky slopes, roadsides, and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Achillea subtaurica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Achillea subtaurica is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achillea subtaurica is a perennial herb native to Turkey. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and divisions should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Achillea subtaurica

Achillea subtaurica is native to Turkey and can be found in the Taurus Mountains.

Achillea subtaurica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achillea subtaurica?

Achillea subtaurica

What is the common name of Achillea subtaurica?

Yarrow

Where is Achillea subtaurica found?

Achillea subtaurica is found in the Caucasus, Iran, and Turkey

Species in the Achillea genus

Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri, Achillea stojanoffii, Achillea setacea, Achillea graja, Achillea wagneri, Achillea schneideri, Achillea schmakovii, Achillea phrygia, Achillea claudio-politana, Achillea griseo-virens, Achillea gypsicola, Achillea umbellata, Achillea cretica, Achillea ruscinonensis, Achillea reichardtiana, Achillea formosa, Achillea chrysocoma, Achillea milliana, Achillea kerneri, Achillea jaborneggi, Achillea rupestris, Achillea spinulifolia, Achillea ketenoglui, Achillea thracica, Achillea barthiana, Achillea sipikorensis, Achillea subtaurica, Achillea occulta, Achillea chamaemelifolia, Achillea valesiaca, Achillea pachycephala, Achillea vandasii, Achillea ageratum, Achillea getica, Achillea santolinoides, Achillea maura, Achillea acuminata, Achillea oligocephala, Achillea kotschyi, Achillea pseudodorata, Achillea baldaccii,

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-126128: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.