luvallisilla

Luvallisilla is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to the Mediterranean region, including Italy, Greece, and Turkey. The genus was first described by the French botanist Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck in 1786. Luvallisilla is characterized by its small, white to pinkish flowers that are arranged in clusters at the ends of the stems. The flowers are typically 1-2 centimeters in diameter and have five petals. The leaves are small, linear, and arranged alternately along the stem. The genus includes two species: Luvallisilla aurea and Luvallisilla aurea var. aurea. Luvallisilla aurea is the more common species and is found in a variety of habitats, including rocky slopes, meadows, and forests. The plant is often used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Luvallisilla aurea var. aurea is a rare variety that is found only in a few locations in Greece. The genus Luvallisilla is not well-known outside of botanical circles, but it is an important part of the flora of the Mediterranean region.