Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ulei
ID:
1493

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hieron.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg 48: 204 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000822



Common Names

  • Ule's Calea
  • Ule's Calea
  • Ule's Calea


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Description

Calea ulei (also called Ule's calea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in moist, shady areas in forests and grasslands. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Calea ulei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, making it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calea ulei is a purple, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea ulei is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Calea ulei

Calea ulei can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Calea ulei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea ulei?

Calea ulei

What is the common name of Calea ulei?

Ulei

What is the natural habitat of Calea ulei?

Grassy areas and open woodlands

Species in the Calea genus

Calea nervosa, Calea perimbricata, Calea ulei, Calea senecioides, Calea gentianoides, Calea rotundifolia, Calea clausseniana, Calea abbreviata, Calea martiana, Calea ferruginea, Calea linearifolia, Calea stenophylla, Calea irwinii, Calea peruviana, Calea sublantanoides, Calea ramosissima, Calea teucriifolia, Calea yuruparina, Calea lucidivenia, Calea marginata, Calea lemmatioides, Calea perijaensis, Calea divergens, Calea umbellulata, Calea prunifolia, Calea solidaginea, Calea rojasiana, Calea abelioides, Calea hymenolepis, Calea clematidea, Calea bahiensis, Calea microphylla, Calea tridactylita, Calea purpurea, Calea morii, Calea longipedicellata, Calea villosa, Calea polycephala, Calea sipapoana, Calea nana, Calea rupicola, Calea nematophylla, Calea kirkbridei, Calea wedelioides, Calea neblinensis, Calea pohliana, Calea dalyi, Calea chapadensis, Calea trichotoma, Calea annua,

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,