Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diffusa
ID:
11152

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Shuttlew.) Pett.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Commentat. Biol. 22(9): 58 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010481



Common Names

  • Diffuse Pulicaria
  • Diffuse Fleabane
  • Diffuse Ragwort


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Description

Pulicaria diffusa (also called Common Fleabane, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, where it grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pulicaria diffusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Pulicaria diffusa flower is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and a yellow-orange outer ring of petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves that are lanceolate in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulicaria diffusa is a low-growing, spreading perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring and the plants should be spaced about 15 cm apart.

Where to Find Pulicaria diffusa

Pulicaria diffusa is native to Europe and can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Pulicaria diffusa FAQ

What are the common names of Pulicaria diffusa?

Pulicaria diffusa is commonly known as diffuse fleabane.

What is the growth habit of Pulicaria diffusa?

Pulicaria diffusa is an evergreen, perennial, low-growing shrub.

What are the light requirements for Pulicaria diffusa?

Pulicaria diffusa prefers full sun to partial shade.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-11015: Based on the initial data import
Bror Johan Pettersson (1895-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pett.' in the authors string.
Robert James Shuttleworth (1810-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shuttlew.' in the authors string.