Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
aurita
ID:
20160

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L'Hér.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 20 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019489



Common Names

  • Aurita Pericallis
  • Aurita Cineraria
  • Aurita Silver Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Senecio auritus Lowe [unknown]
  • Senecio fontainesii Lowe [unknown]
  • Cineraria aurita L'Hér. [unknown]
  • Senecio maderensis DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio auriculatus Desf. [illegitimate]

Description

Pericallis aurita (also called Auricled Pericallis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a rosette of leaves with spiny margins and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and North Africa and grows in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pericallis aurita is an edible plant and its leaves can be used in salads or as a garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pericallis aurita is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and round, and the seedling has a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pericallis aurita is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the root clump in the spring or by seed sown in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Pericallis aurita

Pericallis aurita is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Pericallis aurita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pericallis aurita?

Pericallis aurita

What is the common name of Pericallis aurita?

Aurita Pericallis

What is the habitat of Pericallis aurita?

Meadows, grasslands, and open forests

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-118843: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Charles Louis L'Héritier de Brutelle (1746-1800): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L'Hér.' in the authors string.