Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
velutina
ID:
96121

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss. & Hausskn.) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 176(1-2): 110 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095450



Common Names

  • Velutina Fleabane
  • Fleabane
  • Velutina


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Description

Pulicaria velutina (also called Velvet Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to Europe and grows in dry grasslands, meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pulicaria velutina is an ornamental plant that can be used in flower beds and borders. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pulicaria velutina is a yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow-tipped ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulicaria velutina is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best propagated in the spring or fall. To propagate from seed, scatter the seeds on the surface of a prepared seedbed and lightly cover them with soil. Water the seedbed regularly until the seedlings emerge. Transplant the seedlings to their permanent location when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Pulicaria velutina

Pulicaria velutina is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the grasslands and scrublands of the area.

Pulicaria velutina FAQ

What are the common names of Pulicaria velutina?

Common names of Pulicaria velutina include velvet fleabane, velvet daisy, and velvet hawkweed.

What is the growth habit of Pulicaria velutina?

Pulicaria velutina is a perennial herb that grows in clumps and can reach up to 2 feet in height.

What is the native range of Pulicaria velutina?

Pulicaria velutina is native to Europe, Asia, and North 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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:962589-1: Based on the initial data import