Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discoidea
ID:
45173

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chiov.) N.Kilian

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 29(1-2): 176 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044502



Common Names

  • Discoid Pulicaria
  • Discoidea
  • Discoid Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Sclerostephane discoidea Chiov. [unknown]

Description

Pulicaria discoidea (also called Disc-leaved Fleabane, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is found in Europe and Asia. It has yellow flower heads, and its leaves are deeply divided. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pulicaria discoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pulicaria discoidea is yellow, daisy-like, and has a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulicaria discoidea is a perennial plant native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in early spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall in a cold frame or in the spring in a cold frame or directly in the garden.

Where to Find Pulicaria discoidea

Pulicaria discoidea can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Pulicaria discoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pulicaria discoidea?

Pulicaria discoidea

What type of plant is Pulicaria discoidea?

It is a herbaceous perennial plant

Where is Pulicaria discoidea found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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-143046: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
Norbert Kilian (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Kilian' in the authors string.