Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
volkonskyana
ID:
39847

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maire

Source:
gcc

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. xxxi. 106 (1941).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039176



Common Names

  • Pulicaria volkonskyana
  • Volkonsky's Fleabane
  • Volkonsky's Pulicaria


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Description

Pulicaria volkonskyana (also called Volkonsky's Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central Asia. It typically grows in grasslands, steppes, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pulicaria volkonskyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pulicaria volkonskyana has yellow flowers with 4-5 petals. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulicaria volkonskyana is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Pulicaria volkonskyana

Pulicaria volkonskyana is native to the Mediterranean region.

Pulicaria volkonskyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pulicaria volkonskyana?

Pulicaria volkonskyana

What is the growth habit of Pulicaria volkonskyana?

Pulicaria volkonskyana is an annual herb with a single stem.

What is the native range of Pulicaria volkonskyana?

Pulicaria volkonskyana is native to the Mediterranean region.

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-137880: Based on the initial data import
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.