Status:
valid
Authors:
Veldkamp
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Blumea 36(1): 176 (1991) (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021361
Common Names
- Papuacalia yuleensis
- Yule's Papuacalia
- Yule's Daisy
Description
Papuacalia yuleensis (also called Yule Papuacalia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in dry, sunny places, such as roadsides, fields, and waste places.
Uses & Benefits
Papuacalia yuleensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Papuacalia yuleensis is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a rosette shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Papuacalia yuleensis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in early summer or late spring and should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Papuacalia yuleensis
Papuacalia yuleensis is native to New Guinea and can be found in moist, tropical forests.
Papuacalia yuleensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Papuacalia yuleensis?
Papuacalia yuleensis
What is the natural habitat of Papuacalia yuleensis?
Papuacalia yuleensis is found in the wet forests of New Guinea.
What are the characteristics of Papuacalia yuleensis?
Papuacalia yuleensis is a small shrub with white flowers and green leaves.
Species in the Papuacalia genus
Papuacalia veldkampii,
Papuacalia ottoensis,
Papuacalia sandsii,
Papuacalia yuleensis,
Papuacalia valentini,
Papuacalia versteegii,
Papuacalia milleri,
Papuacalia saruwagedensis,
Papuacalia glossophylla,
Papuacalia carstenszensis,
Papuacalia dindondl,
Papuacalia aurea,
Papuacalia kukul,
Papuacalia mogrere,
Papuacalia gandin,
Papuacalia kandambren,
Papuacalia titoi,
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,