Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
39642

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. iv. 5 (1890) 203

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038971

Common Names

  • Fleabane Daisy
  • Showy Inula
  • Showy Fleabane

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Synonyms

  • Bojeria speciosa DC. [unknown]
  • Bojeria speciosa speciosa [unknown]

Description

Inula speciosa (also called 'Horse-heal', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western and central Europe. It has a thick, erect stem and large, yellow flower heads. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Inula speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a windbreak. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inula speciosa has small, yellow flowers with a prominent central disc. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inula speciosa is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and can tolerate some drought. It is also tolerant of light frost.

Where to Find Inula speciosa

Inula speciosa is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in dry meadows and grasslands.

Inula speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inula speciosa?

Inula speciosa

What is the natural habitat of Inula speciosa?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

What are the uses of Inula speciosa?

It is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for wildlife.

Species in the Inula genus

Inula suaveolens, Inula subfloccosa, Inula linariifolia, Inula stewartii, Inula thapsoides, Inula ciliaris, Inula huillensis, Inula mucheri, Inula sechmenii, Inula welwitschii, Inula stenocalathia, Inula japonica, Inula grombczewskii, Inula oligocephala, Inula schmalhausenii, Inula helvetica, Inula engleriana, Inula serratuloides, Inula helianthus-aquatilis, Inula sarana, Inula racemosa, Inula discoidea, Inula persica, Inula stolzii, Inula klingii, Inula speciosa, Inula fragilis, Inula vernonioides, Inula mildbraedii, Inula acuminata, Inula stricta, Inula arbuscula, Inula peacockiana, Inula koelzii, Inula poggeana, Inula rhizocephaloides, Inula limosa, Inula rungwensis, Inula haussmannii, Inula gimbundensis, Inula cuanzensis, Inula hissarica, Inula paniculata, Inula hybrida, Inula hookeri, Inula taiwanensis, Inula helianthus-aquatilis, Inula perrieri, Inula sericeo-villosa, Inula kalapani,

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,

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