Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcephala
ID:
84409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 584 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083738



Common Names

  • Small-headed Jurinea
  • Small-headed Rayless Cudweed
  • Small-headed Gnaphalium


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Description

Jurinea microcephala (also called Small-Headed Jurinea, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Jurinea microcephala is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal herb for treating respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jurinea microcephala has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jurinea microcephala is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to divide the plant in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer.

Where to Find Jurinea microcephala

Jurinea microcephala is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in the temperate regions of Europe and North Africa.

Jurinea microcephala FAQ

What type of plant is Jurinea microcephala?

Jurinea microcephala is a species of flowering plant in the aster family.

Where is Jurinea microcephala native to?

Jurinea microcephala is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of habitat does Jurinea microcephala prefer?

Jurinea microcephala prefers dry, rocky habitats.

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,