Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monocephala
ID:
113928

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Sert. Somal. : 36 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113257



Common Names

  • One-headed Fleabane
  • Pulicaria Monocephala
  • Monocephala Fleabane


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Description

Pulicaria monocephala (also called One-Headed Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to temperate regions of the world. It has a small, erect stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist soils, such as wetlands and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Pulicaria monocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pulicaria monocephala is a small yellow flower with 4 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulicaria monocephala can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Pulicaria monocephala

Pulicaria monocephala is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in the Iberian Peninsula, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Pulicaria monocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pulicaria monocephala?

Pulicaria monocephala

What is the common name of Pulicaria monocephala?

One-headed Fleabane

What is the habitat of Pulicaria monocephala?

It is found in dry, sunny places, such as rocky slopes, grasslands, and roadsides.

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-7338: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.