Status:
valid
Authors:
(Fisch.) Iljin
Source:
gcc
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Fl. Yugo-Vost. Evr. Shast. SSSR Fasc. VI. 434; et in Not. Syst. Herb. Inst. Bot. Acad. Sc. URSS, vii. 51 (1937). 1936
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068017
Common Names
- Phalacrachena inuloides
- Inuloides Phalacrachena
- Inuloides Ragwort
Description
Phalacrachena inuloides (also called Inula-Leaved Phalacrachena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to South America. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Phalacrachena inuloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with dry soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phalacrachena inuloides has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and white petals. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phalacrachena inuloides is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or autumn. The seed should be lightly covered and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little care and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Phalacrachena inuloides
Phalacrachena inuloides is found in the Mediterranean region and in the Middle East.
Phalacrachena inuloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phalacrachena inuloides?
Phalacrachena inuloides
What is the common name of Phalacrachena inuloides?
Inuloides Phalacrachena
What is the natural habitat of Phalacrachena inuloides?
Grassy areas, meadows, and open woods
Species in the Phalacrachena genus
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,