Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albicaulis
ID:
73382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
gcc

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Flora 24(1): 156 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072711



Common Names

  • Albicaulis
  • Jurinea
  • White-Stemmed Aster


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Synonyms

  • Jurinea albicaulis albicaulis [unknown]

Description

Jurinea albicaulis (also called 'White-Stemmed Jurinea', 'White-Stemmed Daisy' and 'White-Stemmed Sunflower', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical Africa. It has a single, erect stem with large, yellow flowers. It is found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Jurinea albicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jurinea albicaulis is yellow with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jurinea albicaulis is an annual plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or directly in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Jurinea albicaulis

Jurinea albicaulis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Jurinea albicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jurinea albicaulis?

Jurinea albicaulis

What is the common name of Jurinea albicaulis?

White-Stemmed Jurinea

What is the growth habit of Jurinea albicaulis?

Jurinea albicaulis is an upright, clump-forming perennial

Species in the Jurinea genus

Jurinea eriobasis, Jurinea kapelkinii, Jurinea korotkovae, Jurinea kopetensis, Jurinea karategina, Jurinea radians, Jurinea pinnata, Jurinea spiridonovii, Jurinea catharinae, Jurinea mesopotamica, Jurinea antoninae, Jurinea merxmuelleri, Jurinea stenophylla, Jurinea carduicephala, Jurinea kuraminensis, Jurinea karabugasica, Jurinea venusta, Jurinea helichrysifolia, Jurinea kaschgarica, Jurinea praetermissa, Jurinea shahrestanica, Jurinea abolinii, Jurinea iljinii, Jurinea cretacea, Jurinea pineticola, Jurinea multiflora, Jurinea algida, Jurinea cadmea, Jurinea creticola, Jurinea fedtschenkoana, Jurinea salicifolia, Jurinea capusii, Jurinea karatavica, Jurinea woronowii, Jurinea robusta, Jurinea gilliatii, Jurinea pteroclada, Jurinea bucharica, Jurinea multiloba, Jurinea caespitans, Jurinea sosnowskyi, Jurinea stoechadifolia, Jurinea semenowii, Jurinea glycacantha, Jurinea persimilis, Jurinea staehelinae, Jurinea elbursensis, Jurinea grossheimii, Jurinea kultiassovii, Jurinea lipskyi,

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-29454: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.