Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sicula
ID:
122227

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Moris

Source:
gcc

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sardoa 2: 363 (1840-1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121556



Common Names

  • Sicilian Pulicaria
  • Common Fleabane
  • Italian Fleabane


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Description

Pulicaria sicula (also called 'Sicilian Fleabane', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the steppes of Central and East Europe, where it grows in dry grasslands and sandy soils. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pulicaria sicula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a natural dye and has been used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pulicaria sicula is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed of Pulicaria sicula is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Pulicaria sicula are small, green, and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulicaria sicula can be propagated by seed or division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and dry, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pulicaria sicula

Pulicaria sicula is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas.

Pulicaria sicula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pulicaria sicula?

Pulicaria sicula

What type of plant is Pulicaria sicula?

A perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Pulicaria sicula?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-82774: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Giuseppe Giacinto Moris (1796-1869): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moris' in the authors string.