Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
littoralis
ID:
12608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22(6): 659 (-661; fig. 1A) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011937



Common Names

  • Littoralis Pluchea
  • Pluchea Littoralis
  • Littoralis


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Description

Pluchea littoralis (also called 'Seashore Pluchea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has a woody stem and its leaves are alternate, linear, and serrated. It grows in coastal areas, such as beaches and dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Pluchea littoralis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antiseptic properties. It is also used to treat skin diseases, fever, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pluchea littoralis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pluchea littoralis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Pluchea littoralis

Pluchea littoralis is found in coastal areas of the Mediterranean, as well as in the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores.

Pluchea littoralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pluchea littoralis?

Pluchea littoralis

What is the common name of Pluchea littoralis?

Coastal Pluchea

What is the natural habitat of Pluchea littoralis?

Coastal areas and disturbed habitats

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-111562: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.