Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
35550

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L'Hér.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034879



Common Names

  • Multiflora Pericallis
  • Pericallis multiflora
  • Multiflora Cineraria


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Synonyms

  • Senecio elatior Steud. [unknown]
  • Senecio multiflorus DC. [unknown]
  • Cineraria multiflora L'Hér. [unknown]
  • Cineraria elatior Bouché [unknown]
  • Senecio multiflorus Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Cacalia multiflora Auct. ex Walp. [deprecated]

Description

Pericallis multiflora (also called Many-flowered Pericallis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pericallis multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pericallis multiflora is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pericallis multiflora is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Pericallis multiflora

Pericallis multiflora can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Pericallis multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pericallis multiflora?

Pericallis multiflora

What is the common name of Pericallis multiflora?

Many-flowered Pericallis

What is the natural habitat of Pericallis multiflora?

Pericallis multiflora is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain and Portugal to Italy and Greece.

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-133733: 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.