Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
23364

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 114 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022693



Common Names

  • Lucilia ferruginea
  • Rusty Lucilia
  • Rusty Fly


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Description

Lucilia ferruginea (also called Rusty Lucilia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a hairy stem and produces small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lucilia ferruginea is a species of plant in the Asteraceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lucilia ferruginea has small, yellow flower heads that are arranged in flat-topped clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a tuft of white hairs attached. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lucilia ferruginea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Lucilia ferruginea

Lucilia ferruginea is native to Europe and can be found in meadows and grasslands.

Lucilia ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lucilia ferruginea?

Lucilia ferruginea

What type of plant is Lucilia ferruginea?

It is a flowering plant.

Where is Lucilia ferruginea found?

It is found in South America.

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,

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