Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ambracea
ID:
7140

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz. ex DC.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 13 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006469



Common Names

  • Jacobaea
  • Ragwort
  • Ambracea


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Description

Jacobaea ambracea (also called Ambracian Ragwort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with spiny bracts. It grows in dry soils and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Jacobaea ambracea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jacobaea ambracea has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacobaea ambracea is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the easiest way to propagate this plant. Take cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in a moist medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Jacobaea ambracea

Jacobaea ambracea is native to the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Veracruz and can be found in the Sierra Madre del Sur mountain range.

Jacobaea ambracea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacobaea ambracea?

Jacobaea ambracea

What is the common name of Jacobaea ambracea?

Amber Ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Jacobaea ambracea?

Jacobaea ambracea is native to Europe and Asia.

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

Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.