Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guestii
ID:
45649

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f. & Rawi

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bull. Coll. Arts & Sci., Baghdad 2: 6. 1957 ; cf. K. H. Rechinger in Ber.Deutsch. Bot. Ges. lxxii. 278 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044978



Common Names

  • Guest's Fleabane
  • Pulicaria
  • Guestii


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Description

Pulicaria guestii (also called Guest’s Pulicaria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Peru and Bolivia, and grows in dry mountain forests. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pulicaria guestii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pulicaria guestii is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a dark center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small, thin, light green stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulicaria guestii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pulicaria guestii

Pulicaria guestii can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Pulicaria guestii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pulicaria guestii?

Pulicaria guestii

What are the common names of Pulicaria guestii?

No common names are known for Pulicaria guestii

What is the natural habitat of Pulicaria guestii?

Pulicaria guestii is native to the Andes Mountains in South America

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