Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
somaliensis
ID:
37648

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thell.) Thulin

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22(6): 664 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036977

Common Names

  • Somaliensis Pluchea
  • Somaliensis Cottonweed
  • Somaliensis Fleabane

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Synonyms

  • Pluchea frutescens parvifolia Chiov. [unknown]
  • Blumea somaliensis Thell. [unknown]
  • Pluchea pectinata F.G.Davies & J.-P.Lebrun [unknown]

Description

Pluchea somaliensis (also called Somali Pluchea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Somalia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry areas, open woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pluchea somaliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used to make herbal teas. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pluchea somaliensis is white and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pluchea somaliensis is a perennial herb native to East Africa. It can be grown from seed or division and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be propagated by division or cuttings in early spring.

Where to Find Pluchea somaliensis

Pluchea somaliensis is native to Somalia.

Pluchea somaliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pluchea somaliensis?

Pluchea somaliensis

What is the family of Pluchea somaliensis?

Asteraceae

Where is Pluchea somaliensis found?

East Africa

Species in the Pluchea genus

Pluchea bojeri, Pluchea lanuginosa, Pluchea arabica, Pluchea kelleri, Pluchea bequaertii, Pluchea succulenta, Pluchea littoralis, Pluchea nogalensis, Pluchea camphorata, Pluchea sagittalis, Pluchea mollis, Pluchea wallichiana, Pluchea grevei, Pluchea sordida, Pluchea yucatanensis, Pluchea linearifolia, Pluchea lycioides, Pluchea biformis, Pluchea dentex, Pluchea somaliensis, Pluchea fiebrigii, Pluchea aphanantha, Pluchea baccharis, Pluchea chapmanii, Pluchea obovata, Pluchea arguta, Pluchea salicifolia, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea dunlopii, Pluchea heterophylla, Pluchea laxiflora, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea sarcophylla, Pluchea doniana, Pluchea zamalloae, Pluchea rubelliflora, Pluchea indica, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea lanceolata, Pluchea tomentosa, Pluchea microcephala, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea longifolia, Pluchea chingoyo, Pluchea mexicana, Pluchea oblongifolia, Pluchea ferdinandi-muelleri, Pluchea polygonata, Pluchea fosbergii, Pluchea pteropoda,

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-13576: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Albert Thellung (1881-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thell.' in the authors string.