Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ambigua
ID:
131419

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Biv.) Pelser & Veldkamp

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 3 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130748



Common Names

  • Ambiguous Ragwort
  • Ambiguous Jacobaea
  • Ambiguous Senecio


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Description

Jacobaea ambigua (also called Ambiguous Ragwort, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with a hairy stem. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Jacobaea ambigua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive yellow flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Jacobaea ambigua sub. ambigua
Jacobaea ambigua sub. taygetea (Boiss. & Heldr.) B.Nord. & Greuter

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jacobaea ambigua is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacobaea ambigua is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring or autumn. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring. Deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Jacobaea ambigua

Jacobaea ambigua is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Jacobaea ambigua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacobaea ambigua?

Jacobaea ambigua

What is the common name of Jacobaea ambigua?

Ambiguous Jacobaea

What type of plant is Jacobaea ambigua?

Herb

Species in the Jacobaea genus

Jacobaea othonnae, Jacobaea incana, Jacobaea ambracea, Jacobaea paludosa, Jacobaea inops, Jacobaea borysthenica, Jacobaea mollis, Jacobaea carniolica, Jacobaea candida, Jacobaea auricula, Jacobaea abrotanifolia, Jacobaea vulgaris, Jacobaea raphanifolia, Jacobaea analoga, Jacobaea tibetica, Jacobaea ornata, Jacobaea aquatica, Jacobaea alpina, Jacobaea adonidifolia, Jacobaea nudicaulis, Jacobaea mouterdei, Jacobaea erratica, Jacobaea arnautorum, Jacobaea persoonii, Jacobaea gigantea, Jacobaea buschiana, Jacobaea lycopifolia, Jacobaea boissieri, Jacobaea maritima, Jacobaea korshinskyi, Jacobaea trapezuntina, Jacobaea uniflora, Jacobaea gibbosa, Jacobaea sandrasica, Jacobaea minuta, Jacobaea gallerandiana, Jacobaea subalpina, Jacobaea delphiniifolia, Jacobaea cannabifolia, Jacobaea ferganensis, Jacobaea schischkiniana, Jacobaea erucifolia, Jacobaea leucophylla, Jacobaea renardii, Jacobaea multibracteolata, Jacobaea maroccana, Jacobaea arenaria, Jacobaea cilicia, Jacobaea andrzejowskyi, Jacobaea ambigua,

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-91638: Based on the initial data import
Antonino Bivona Bernardi (1778-1837): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Biv.' in the authors string.
Jan Frederik Veldkamp (1941-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veldkamp' in the authors string.
Pieter B. Pelser (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pelser' in the authors string.