Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glutinosa
ID:
55802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balf.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Edinb. xi. 838. 1882

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055131



Common Names

  • Glutinous Pluchea
  • Glutinous Hawkweed
  • Glutinous Plumeless Thistle


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Description

Pluchea glutinosa (also called Glutinous Pluchea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its white flowers, hairy stems and leaves and its small, yellowish-green fruits. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pluchea glutinosa is a medicinal plant that is used to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pluchea glutinosa has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pluchea glutinosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Pluchea glutinosa

Pluchea glutinosa is found in the tropical regions of the Americas.

Pluchea glutinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pluchea glutinosa?

Pluchea glutinosa

What is the common name of Pluchea glutinosa?

Glutinous Pluchea

What is the family of Pluchea glutinosa?

Asteraceae

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,