Status:
valid
Authors:
Iljin
Source:
gcc
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Glavn. Bot. Sada R.S.F.S.R. v. 170 (1924).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014316
Common Names
- Algid Jurinea
- Algid Senecio
- Algid Silver-Leaf
Synonyms
- Jurinea pamirica C.Shih [unknown]
Description
Jurinea algida (also called Alpine Jurinea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in alpine meadows and grassy slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Jurinea algida has been used as an ingredient in salads and soups, and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive problems and skin ailments. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Jurinea algida is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jurinea algida is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. For best results, water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.
Where to Find Jurinea algida
Jurinea algida can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Jurinea algida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jurinea algida?
Jurinea algida
What is the common name of Jurinea algida?
Alpine Jurinea
What is the natural habitat of Jurinea algida?
It is found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.
Species in the Jurinea genus
Jurinea eriobasis,
Jurinea kapelkinii,
Jurinea korotkovae,
Jurinea kopetensis,
Jurinea karategina,
Jurinea radians,
Jurinea pinnata,
Jurinea spiridonovii,
Jurinea catharinae,
Jurinea mesopotamica,
Jurinea antoninae,
Jurinea merxmuelleri,
Jurinea stenophylla,
Jurinea carduicephala,
Jurinea kuraminensis,
Jurinea karabugasica,
Jurinea venusta,
Jurinea helichrysifolia,
Jurinea kaschgarica,
Jurinea praetermissa,
Jurinea shahrestanica,
Jurinea abolinii,
Jurinea iljinii,
Jurinea cretacea,
Jurinea pineticola,
Jurinea multiflora,
Jurinea algida,
Jurinea cadmea,
Jurinea creticola,
Jurinea fedtschenkoana,
Jurinea salicifolia,
Jurinea capusii,
Jurinea karatavica,
Jurinea woronowii,
Jurinea robusta,
Jurinea gilliatii,
Jurinea pteroclada,
Jurinea bucharica,
Jurinea multiloba,
Jurinea caespitans,
Jurinea sosnowskyi,
Jurinea stoechadifolia,
Jurinea semenowii,
Jurinea glycacantha,
Jurinea persimilis,
Jurinea staehelinae,
Jurinea elbursensis,
Jurinea grossheimii,
Jurinea kultiassovii,
Jurinea lipskyi,
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,