Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
44735

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel & Schmalh.) C.G.A.Winkl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada 11: 170 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044064



Common Names

  • Jurinea filifolia
  • Threadleaf Jurinea
  • Filiform Jurinea


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea filifolia Regel & Schmalh. [unknown]
  • Theodorea filifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Jurinea pilostemonoides Iljin [unknown]
  • Jurinea argentata C.Shih & S.Y.Jin [unknown]
  • Pilostemon filifolius (Regel & Schmalh.) Iljin [unknown]

Description

Jurinea filifolia (also called Thread-leaved Jurinea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The leaves are ovate, with a serrated margin and a white underside. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, at altitudes of up to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Jurinea filifolia is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering season and produces bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jurinea filifolia is a yellow-orange star-shaped flower head with many ray florets. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves that are deeply lobed and have a white downy covering.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jurinea filifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It is also important to deadhead the flowers to encourage new blooms.

Where to Find Jurinea filifolia

Jurinea filifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Jurinea filifolia FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Jurinea filifolia?

Jurinea filifolia prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.

What is the average height of Jurinea filifolia?

Jurinea filifolia typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

What is the average lifespan of Jurinea filifolia?

Jurinea filifolia typically has a lifespan of 2-3 years.

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

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Johannes Theodor Schmalhausen (1849-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schmalh.' in the authors string.