Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucophylla
ID:
122291

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Pelser

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 7 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121620



Common Names

  • Jacobaea Leucophylla
  • Leucophylla Jacobaea
  • Jacobaea Leucophylla


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Synonyms

  • Senecio canus Pourr. ex Willk. & Lange [unknown]
  • Senecio tomentosus Rohde ex DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio leucophyllus DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio incanus Lapeyr. [unknown]

Description

Jacobaea leucophylla (also called White-leaved ragwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Jacobaea leucophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jacobaea leucophylla is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacobaea leucophylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Jacobaea leucophylla

Jacobaea leucophylla is native to the mountains of central and southern Italy.

Jacobaea leucophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacobaea leucophylla?

Jacobaea leucophylla

What type of plant is Jacobaea leucophylla?

A perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Jacobaea leucophylla?

Grasslands 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-82835: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Pieter B. Pelser (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pelser' in the authors string.