Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anatolica
ID:
1334625

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fırat

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Gundelia Spec. Anatolia 23. 2016 [10 Nov 2016]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347079

Common Names

  • Gundelia anatolica
  • Anatolian Gundelia
  • Gundelia

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Description

Gundelia anatolica (also called Gundelia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Gundelia anatolica is used as a food source, for medicinal purposes, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gundelia anatolica is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green rosettes.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gundelia anatolica is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. They should be protected from frost and should be pruned back in late autumn.

Where to Find Gundelia anatolica

Gundelia anatolica is native to the Mediterranean region.

Gundelia anatolica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gundelia anatolica?

Gundelia anatolica

What type of plant is Gundelia anatolica?

Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Gundelia anatolica?

Turkey

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

Mehmet Fırat: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fırat' in the authors string.