Inula
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Inula
Inula
Inula, also known as elecampane, is a bright yellow flower that grows tall and proud. It has large, fluffy blooms that look like sunshine in the garden and is loved by bees and butterflies.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Inula is a striking plant known for its large, often solitary, daisy-like flower heads. These typically boast numerous thin, bright yellow ray florets radiating from a golden-yellow central disc. Its sturdy stems are usually topped with broad, sometimes hairy leaves.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusInula
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Inula belongs to the giant daisy family, one of Earth's biggest plant groups!
Its scientific name, Inula, comes from a very old Roman plant word.
The biggest Inula flowers can grow larger than your hand!
The roots of some Inula plants smell like sweet violets when picked!
Special abilities
Ability
Root Storage
Inula has special roots that store energy and compounds, helping it survive winters and grow back strong.
Ability
Pollinator Magnet
Its bright, nectar-rich yellow flowers strongly attract many different insect pollinators, ensuring its seeds are made.
Ability
Healing Helper
Inula's roots contain compounds that have been traditionally used by people to help with breathing and digestion.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-250 cm
- Spread
- 30-150 cm
- Flower Size
- 2-10 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer to early autumn
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
Gathers nectar and pollen from its flowers.
pollinates
Painted Lady
Vanessa cardui
Visits flowers for nectar, aiding in pollination.
eats
Mullein moth
Cucullia verbasci
Its caterpillars feed on Inula leaves.
eaten by
Domestic goat
Capra hircus
Graze on Inula leaves and stems in pastures.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Rapid Growing
Rapid growing plants exhibit accelerated growth rates, quickly increasing in size and biomass within a short period.
Also known as
Elecampane
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch flowers without asking an adult first.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Inula?
30-250 cm
How wide does Inula spread?
30-150 cm
How big are the flowers on Inula?
2-10 cm
When does Inula bloom?
Summer to early autumn
Is Inula edible?
Yes
Is Inula toxic?
None
What is Inula's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Inula pollinated?
Insect
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