Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candida
ID:
138583

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 23: 554 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137912



Common Names

  • Inula Candida
  • White Inula
  • White Elecampane


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Synonyms

  • Inula candida candida [unknown]
  • Inula limonifolia limonifolia [unknown]
  • Inula candida limoniifolia (Sm.) Hayek [unknown]

Description

Inula candida (also called White Inula, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 0.3 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands and meadows and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Inula candida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Inula candida sub. decalvans (Halácsy) P.W.Ball ex Tutin
Inula candida sub. candida
Inula candida sub. limonella (Heldr.) Rech.f.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inula candida has yellow flowers that are daisy-like in shape and have yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and are contained in a small, dry, papery capsule. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inula candida is a perennial that is native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny spot. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate spacing. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The plant should be cut back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Inula candida

Inula candida is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Inula candida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inula candida?

Inula candida

What is the common name of Inula candida?

White Inula

What is the natural habitat of Inula candida?

Grasslands and disturbed sites

Species in the Inula genus

Inula suaveolens, Inula subfloccosa, Inula linariifolia, Inula stewartii, Inula thapsoides, Inula ciliaris, Inula huillensis, Inula mucheri, Inula sechmenii, Inula welwitschii, Inula stenocalathia, Inula japonica, Inula grombczewskii, Inula oligocephala, Inula schmalhausenii, Inula helvetica, Inula engleriana, Inula serratuloides, Inula helianthus-aquatilis, Inula sarana, Inula racemosa, Inula discoidea, Inula persica, Inula stolzii, Inula klingii, Inula speciosa, Inula fragilis, Inula vernonioides, Inula mildbraedii, Inula acuminata, Inula stricta, Inula arbuscula, Inula peacockiana, Inula koelzii, Inula poggeana, Inula rhizocephaloides, Inula limosa, Inula rungwensis, Inula haussmannii, Inula gimbundensis, Inula cuanzensis, Inula hissarica, Inula paniculata, Inula hybrida, Inula hookeri, Inula taiwanensis, Inula helianthus-aquatilis, Inula perrieri, Inula sericeo-villosa, Inula kalapani,

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-98577: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.