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
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.
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 Gundelia genus
Gundelia tournefortii,
Gundelia rosea,
Gundelia armeniaca,
Gundelia dersim,
Gundelia munzuriensis,
Gundelia vitekii,
Gundelia komagenensis,
Gundelia colemerikensis,
Gundelia cilicica,
Gundelia anatolica,
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.