Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
38840

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Drumm. ex Dunn

Source:
gcc

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1922: 118 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038169

Common Names

  • Pulicaria insignis
  • Showy Fleabane
  • Showy Pulicaria

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Description

Pulicaria insignis (also called Showy Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North America. It grows to a height of up to 40 cm and has yellow flower heads. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pulicaria insignis is a medicinal plant used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pulicaria insignis is a yellow-green disc flower head, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and brown, with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pulicaria insignis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Pulicaria insignis

Pulicaria insignis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Pulicaria insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pulicaria insignis?

Pulicaria insignis

What type of plant is Pulicaria insignis?

It is an annual herb

Where does Pulicaria insignis grow?

It grows in dry, rocky slopes in the southwestern United States

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-136906: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.
James Ramsay Drummond (1851-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Drumm.' in the authors string.