Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aucheriana
ID:
32962

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 674 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032291



Common Names

  • Jurinea aucheriana
  • Aucher's Jurinea
  • Aucher's Starwort


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Synonyms

  • Jurinea oblongifolia Boiss. & Hausskn. ex Boiss. [unknown]
  • Derderia cheirifolia Jaub. & Spach [unknown]

Description

Jurinea aucheriana (also called Jurinea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem with alternate, oblong leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Jurinea aucheriana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jurinea aucheriana has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jurinea aucheriana is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings in early spring.

Where to Find Jurinea aucheriana

Jurinea aucheriana is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides.

Jurinea aucheriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jurinea aucheriana?

Jurinea aucheriana

What is the natural habitat of Jurinea aucheriana?

Jurinea aucheriana is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Jurinea aucheriana?

Jurinea aucheriana is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and as a food source.

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,