Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cilicica
ID:
1334624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fırat

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Gundelia Spec. Anatolia 19. 2016 [10 Nov 2016]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347078

Common Names

  • Gundelia cilicica
  • Cilician Gundelia
  • Gundelia

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Description

Gundelia cilicica (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 cilicica is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, pain, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gundelia cilicica 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 cilicica 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 cilicica

Gundelia cilicica is native to the Mediterranean region.

Gundelia cilicica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gundelia cilicica?

Gundelia cilicica

What type of plant is Gundelia cilicica?

Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Gundelia cilicica?

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.