Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
5413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 72 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004742



Common Names

  • Monticalia pulchella
  • Mountain Daisy
  • Mountain Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Monticalia pulchella pulchella [unknown]
  • Cacalia pulchella Kunth [unknown]
  • Pentacalia pulchella pulchella [unknown]
  • Pentacalia pulchella pulchella [unknown]

Description

Monticalia pulchella (also called 'Pretty Monticalia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has linear leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in rocky areas, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Monticalia pulchella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Monticalia pulchella sub. pulchella
Monticalia pulchella sub. guantivana (Cuatrec.) B.Nord.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monticalia pulchella has yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monticalia pulchella is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and requires regular watering. It is also tolerant of drought and heat.

Where to Find Monticalia pulchella

Monticalia pulchella is native to the Andes and can be found in Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Monticalia pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monticalia pulchella?

Monticalia pulchella

What is the natural habitat of Monticalia pulchella?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What is the bloom period of Monticalia pulchella?

Late spring to early summer

Species in the Monticalia genus

Monticalia elatoides, Monticalia harrietae, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia vernicifolia, Monticalia pulchella, Monticalia ramentosa, Monticalia masonhalei, Monticalia flosfragrans, Monticalia viridialba, Monticalia firmipes, Monticalia stuebelii, Monticalia trichopus, Monticalia arbutifolia, Monticalia micropachyphylla, Monticalia magnicalyculata, Monticalia schultzei, Monticalia vernicosa, Monticalia abietina, Monticalia nigrostagnosa, Monticalia reissiana, Monticalia perijaensis, Monticalia rigidifolia, Monticalia andicola, Monticalia pachypus, Monticalia imbricatifolia, Monticalia quiroana, Monticalia hammenii, Monticalia guadalupe, Monticalia cachacoensis, Monticalia carupana, Monticalia ledifolia, Monticalia cleefii, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia libertatis, Monticalia tunamensis, Monticalia polymera, Monticalia albiramea, Monticalia gelida, Monticalia peruviana, Monticalia teretifolia, Monticalia guicanensis, Monticalia apiculata, Monticalia angustifolia, Monticalia romeroana, Monticalia empetroides, Monticalia taironae, Monticalia vaccinioides, Monticalia summapacis, Monticalia novolanata, Monticalia juajibioyi,

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 v1.1 record gcc-104560: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.