Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cruenta
ID:
139702

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L'Hér.) Bolle

Source:
gcc

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia 8: 133. 1860

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139031



Common Names

  • Carnation Cineraria
  • Cineraria
  • Pericallis


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Synonyms

  • Doronicum cruentum (L'Hér.) Sch.Bip. in Webb & Berthel. [unknown]
  • Cineraria aurita Andrews [unknown]
  • Cineraria lanata Link [unknown]
  • Cineraria cruenta L'Hér. [unknown]
  • Cineraria lactea J.Jacq. [unknown]
  • Senecio cruentus cruentus [unknown]
  • Tussilago rubra Link [unknown]
  • Senecio cruentus DC. [unknown]

Description

Pericallis cruenta (also called Bloody Pericallis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the family Asteraceae. It has a single flower head with yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pericallis cruenta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive disorders and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pericallis cruenta has white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pericallis cruenta is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in late winter or early spring. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. It is best to divide the plant when it is actively growing.

Where to Find Pericallis cruenta

Pericallis cruenta is native to the Canary Islands and is commonly found in gardens and parks. It can also be found in some nurseries.

Pericallis cruenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pericallis cruenta?

Pericallis cruenta

What is the common name of Pericallis cruenta?

Bloody Pericallis

What is the family of Pericallis cruenta?

Asteraceae

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-9965: Based on the initial data import
Carl August Bolle (1821-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolle' in the authors string.
Charles Louis L'Héritier de Brutelle (1746-1800): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L'Hér.' in the authors string.