Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
9661

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Gamal-Eldin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phanerogam. Monogr., 14(Rev. Pulicaria) 195 (1981).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008990



Common Names

  • Silky Fleabane
  • Pulicaria Sericea
  • Sericea Pulicaria


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Synonyms

  • Helenium somalense Kuntze [unknown]
  • Inula somalensis Vatke [unknown]

Description

Pulicaria sericea (also called Silver Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It has narrow, silvery leaves and small yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Pulicaria sericea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pulicaria sericea has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have two pairs of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulicaria sericea is a perennial herb that is easily propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Prune regularly to keep the plant compact and tidy.

Where to Find Pulicaria sericea

Pulicaria sericea is native to Europe and is found in the wild in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and other parts of Europe.

Pulicaria sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pulicaria sericea?

Pulicaria sericea

What is the common name of Pulicaria sericea?

Silky Fleabane

Where is Pulicaria sericea found?

Pulicaria sericea is found in the high mountains of western China

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-108703: Based on the initial data import
Elsayeda Gamal-Eldin (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Gamal-Eldin' in the authors string.