Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cretacea
ID:
14390

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
gcc

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Flora 24(1): 158 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013719



Common Names

  • Cretacea Jurinea
  • Cretaceous Jurinea
  • Cretaceous


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Description

Jurinea cretacea (also called Crete Mountain Fleabane, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and yellow flower heads with white petals. It grows in dry, sunny areas, and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Jurinea cretacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jurinea cretacea is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jurinea cretacea is a perennial plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is usually done through division of the root clump or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Jurinea cretacea

Jurinea cretacea can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Jurinea cretacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jurinea cretacea?

Jurinea cretacea

What is the common name of Jurinea cretacea?

Cretacea jurinea

What type of plant is Jurinea cretacea?

Perennial herb

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

IPNI record: 226899-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001328618
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:226899-1: Based on the initial data import