Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
gcc
Year:
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. [H.B.K.] iv. 266. t. 395.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072840
Common Names
- Selloa Plantaginea
- Plantain-leaved Selloa
- Mountain Selloa
Description
Selloa plantaginea (also called Plantain-leaved Selloa, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with white flowers and heart-shaped leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and alpine pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Selloa plantaginea is a perennial plant that is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin conditions and to reduce inflammation. It can also be used to attract beneficial insects, such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Selloa plantaginea is a white, star-shaped flower, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Selloa plantaginea is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in the spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Selloa plantaginea
Selloa plantaginea is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey and the Middle East.
Selloa plantaginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Selloa plantaginea?
Selloa plantaginea
What type of plant is Selloa plantaginea?
A perennial herb
Where is Selloa plantaginea found?
It is found in the western United States
Species in the Selloa genus
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,