Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erucifolia
ID:
119751

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) P.Gaertn., B.Mey. & Schreb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1801

Citation Micro:
208 1801

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119080



Common Names

  • Woolly ragwort
  • Woolly groundsel
  • Woolly senecio


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Description

Jacobaea erucifolia (also called Common Ragwort, among many other common names) is a biennial herb with a woody rootstock and numerous, erect, leafy stems. It is native to Europe and is found in grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Jacobaea erucifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to attract butterflies. It has medicinal properties as it contains anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Jacobaea erucifolia sub. erucifolia
Jacobaea erucifolia sub. tenuifolia (J.Presl & C.Presl) B.Nord. & Greuter
Jacobaea erucifolia sub. praealta (Bertol.) Greuter & B.Nord.
Jacobaea erucifolia sub. argunensis (Turcz.) Veldkamp

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jacobaea erucifolia is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single, short stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacobaea erucifolia is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Jacobaea erucifolia

Jacobaea erucifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Jacobaea erucifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacobaea erucifolia?

Jacobaea erucifolia

What is the common name of Jacobaea erucifolia?

Woolly Jacobaea

What is the natural habitat of Jacobaea erucifolia?

Jacobaea erucifolia is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Bernhard Meyer (1767-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Mey.' in the authors string.
Johann Christian Daniel von Schreber (1739-1810): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schreb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:226598-1: Based on the initial data import