Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
somalensis
ID:
20420

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 38(2): 203 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019749



Common Names

  • Pulicaria Somalensis
  • Somalensis
  • Somalensis Daisy


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Description

Pulicaria somalensis (also called Somali Fleabane, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It is an annual herb with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pulicaria somalensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. Its flowers attract bees and butterflies. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever and inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pulicaria somalensis sub. somalensis
Pulicaria somalensis sub. schweinfurthii E.Gamal-Eldin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pulicaria somalensis is a small yellow flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulicaria somalensis is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location and lightly covered with soil. Division of the clumps should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Pulicaria somalensis

Pulicaria somalensis is native to the Horn of Africa. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides, slopes, and rocky outcrops. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Pulicaria somalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pulicaria somalensis?

Pulicaria somalensis

What is the natural habitat of Pulicaria somalensis?

It is native to the Horn of Africa.

What are the common names of Pulicaria somalensis?

It is commonly known as Somali fleabane or Somali daisy.

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,

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