Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arabica
ID:
7530

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Qaiser & Lack

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 15(2): 451 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006859



Common Names

  • Pluchea arabica
  • Arabic Pluchea
  • Arabic Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Iphiona arabica Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Phagnalon arabicum Boiss. [unknown]
  • Pluchea multiflora O.Schwartz [unknown]
  • Pluchea pinnatifida Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Pluchea laxa Baker [unknown]
  • Varthemia arabica Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Pluchea arabica (also called Arabian Pluchea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the Asteraceae family. It has pink flowers and is native to the Arabian Peninsula. It is found in dry shrublands, deserts, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pluchea arabica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pluchea arabica is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a hairy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pluchea arabica is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a cold frame.

Where to Find Pluchea arabica

Pluchea arabica can be found in the deserts of the Arabian Peninsula.

Pluchea arabica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pluchea arabica?

Pluchea arabica

What is the natural habitat of Pluchea arabica?

Pluchea arabica is found in dry, rocky areas in the Middle East.

What are the characteristics of Pluchea arabica?

Pluchea arabica is an annual herb with white flowers and deeply divided leaves.

Species in the Pluchea genus

Pluchea bojeri, Pluchea lanuginosa, Pluchea arabica, Pluchea kelleri, Pluchea bequaertii, Pluchea succulenta, Pluchea littoralis, Pluchea nogalensis, Pluchea camphorata, Pluchea sagittalis, Pluchea mollis, Pluchea wallichiana, Pluchea grevei, Pluchea sordida, Pluchea yucatanensis, Pluchea linearifolia, Pluchea lycioides, Pluchea biformis, Pluchea dentex, Pluchea somaliensis, Pluchea fiebrigii, Pluchea aphanantha, Pluchea baccharis, Pluchea chapmanii, Pluchea obovata, Pluchea arguta, Pluchea salicifolia, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea dunlopii, Pluchea heterophylla, Pluchea laxiflora, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea sarcophylla, Pluchea doniana, Pluchea zamalloae, Pluchea rubelliflora, Pluchea indica, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea lanceolata, Pluchea tomentosa, Pluchea microcephala, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea longifolia, Pluchea chingoyo, Pluchea mexicana, Pluchea oblongifolia, Pluchea ferdinandi-muelleri, Pluchea polygonata, Pluchea fosbergii, Pluchea pteropoda,

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-106622: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Hans Walter Lack (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lack' in the authors string.
Mohammad Qaiser (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Qaiser' in the authors string.