Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
webbii
ID:
134926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) Bolle

Source:
gcc

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia 8: 133 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134255



Common Names

  • Webb's Pericallis
  • Webb's Cineraria
  • Webb's Silver Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Doronicum webbii Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Senecio webbii Christ [unknown]

Description

Pericallis webbii (also called Webb's Cineraria, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pericallis webbii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, daisy-like flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pericallis webbii is a daisy-like flower with a yellow center and a white or pink petal. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pericallis webbii is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pericallis webbii

Pericallis webbii is native to the Canary Islands and is found on the islands of Tenerife, La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro.

Pericallis webbii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pericallis webbii?

Pericallis webbii

What type of plant is Pericallis webbii?

It is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae.

Where is Pericallis webbii found?

It is native to the Canary Islands.

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-95051: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Carl August Bolle (1821-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolle' in the authors string.