Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
64095

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jaub. & Spach) Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 571 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063424



Common Names

  • Jurinea heterophylla
  • Heterophylla Jurinea
  • Jurinea


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Synonyms

  • Jurinea erythrolepis Boiss. [unknown]
  • Stechmannia heterophylla Jaub. & Spach [unknown]

Description

Jurinea heterophylla (also called 'Annual Jurinea' and 'Annual Mountain-daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in grasslands, stony slopes and rocky places. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Jurinea heterophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as digestive problems and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jurinea heterophylla is a yellow-white disc floret with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white tuft of bristles. The seedlings are small, round, and green with a white tuft of bristles.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jurinea heterophylla is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Jurinea heterophylla

Jurinea heterophylla can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Jurinea heterophylla FAQ

What are the common names of Jurinea heterophylla?

Common names of Jurinea heterophylla include annual knawel and annual cornflower.

What is the natural habitat of Jurinea heterophylla?

Jurinea heterophylla is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

What are the medicinal uses of Jurinea heterophylla?

Jurinea heterophylla has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and sedative properties.

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 version 1.0, record: gcc-149123: Originally associated with wfo-0000050588
The Plant List version 1.1, record: gcc-149123: Originally associated with wfo-0000050588
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:226953-1: Based on the initial data import