Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
armena
ID:
64618

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Kotschy ex Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 204 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063947



Common Names

  • Pulicaria armena
  • Armenian Fleabane
  • Armenian Pulicaria


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Description

Pulicaria armena (also called Armenian Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant. It is native to the Middle East, and is found in grassland, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It grows up to 0.3 m tall, and has white, daisy-like flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pulicaria armena is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers. It is also used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pulicaria armena has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center of disc florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedlings are small, with hairy, gray-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulicaria armena is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in early spring. The seeds should be sown on the surface of the soil and lightly covered. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Pulicaria armena

Pulicaria armena can be found in the Caucasus region.

Pulicaria armena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pulicaria armena?

Pulicaria armena

What type of plant is Pulicaria armena?

It is an annual herb

Where is Pulicaria armena found?

It is found in Armenia

Species in the Pulicaria genus

Pulicaria glandulosa, Pulicaria burchardii, Pulicaria dumulosa, Pulicaria baluchistanica, Pulicaria salviifolia, Pulicaria renschiana, Pulicaria sericea, Pulicaria stephanocarpa, Pulicaria diffusa, Pulicaria wightiana, Pulicaria laciniata, Pulicaria dysenterica, Pulicaria rajputanae, Pulicaria carnosa, Pulicaria somalensis, Pulicaria jaubertii, Pulicaria canariensis, Pulicaria clausonis, Pulicaria hadramautica, Pulicaria paludosa, Pulicaria boissieri, Pulicaria pulvinata, Pulicaria attentuata, Pulicaria glutinosa, Pulicaria adenophora, Pulicaria insignis, Pulicaria aucheri, Pulicaria volkonskyana, Pulicaria stocksii, Pulicaria argyrophylla, Pulicaria samhanensis, Pulicaria scabra, Pulicaria gamal-eldiniae, Pulicaria angustifolia, Pulicaria aualites, Pulicaria discoidea, Pulicaria mauritanica, Pulicaria guestii, Pulicaria filaginoides, Pulicaria steinbergii, Pulicaria auranitica, Pulicaria cylindrica, Pulicaria aylmeri, Pulicaria aromatica, Pulicaria migiurtinorum, Pulicaria mauritanica, Pulicaria armena, Pulicaria collenettei, Pulicaria chrysantha, Pulicaria foliolosa,

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor Kotschy (1813-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kotschy' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:240493-1: Based on the initial data import