Species:
rhizocephaliformis
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kamelin & Turak.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Opred. Rast. Sred. Azii 10: 633 (1993) (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080661
Common Names
- Inula rhizocephaliformis
- Root-headed Inula
- Root-headed Fleabane
Description
Inula rhizocephaliformis (also called Root-headed Inula, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia. It grows in dry grasslands, disturbed habitats, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Inula rhizocephaliformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Inula rhizocephaliformis is yellow and daisy-like, with a single ring of ray florets surrounding a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Inula rhizocephaliformis is a perennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the clumps in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location and kept well-watered until established.
Where to Find Inula rhizocephaliformis
Inula rhizocephaliformis can be found in dry, sandy soils in the Mediterranean region.
Inula rhizocephaliformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Inula rhizocephaliformis?
Inula rhizocephaliformis
What type of plant is Inula rhizocephaliformis?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Inula rhizocephaliformis found?
It is found in South Africa
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
I. Turakulov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turak.' in the authors string.