Jurinea macrocephala (Compositae)

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Jurinea macrocephala
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The Jurinea macrocephala plant species is found in W. Asia - Turkey and Iran, east to E. Asia - Himalayas. It is a member of the Compositae family.

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Latin Name:  Jurinea macrocephala
Family:  Compositae
Author:  (DC.)Benth.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Open alpine slopes, 3200 - 3800 metres[145]

Propagation Notes: Seed - we have no information on this species but suggest sowing the seed in a cold frame as soon as it is obtained. Only just cover the seed. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Division in spring[200].

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