Status:
valid
Authors:
Bornm. & Rudsky
Source:
gcc
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Journ. Russ. Sc. Inst. Belgrad. 10: 198. ; et in Fedde, Repert. xxxviii. 390 (1935).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090206
Common Names
- Alexandria's Yarrow
- Achillea
- Yarrow
Description
Achillea alexandri-regis (also called King Alexander's Yarrow, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a simple stem, with alternate leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Achillea alexandri-regis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Achillea alexandri-regis is yellow in color and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is small, black, and has a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Achillea alexandri-regis is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep them moist until germination. Once the seedlings are established, they should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Achillea alexandri-regis
Achillea alexandri-regis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Greece, Turkey, and Italy.
Achillea alexandri-regis FAQ
What are the light requirements of Achillea alexandri-regis?
Achillea alexandri-regis prefers full sun.
What is the ideal temperature range for Achillea alexandri-regis?
Achillea alexandri-regis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
What is the ideal soil type for Achillea alexandri-regis?
Achillea alexandri-regis prefers well-draining, slightly alkaline soil.
Species in the Achillea genus
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,
Achillea stojanoffii,
Achillea setacea,
Achillea graja,
Achillea wagneri,
Achillea schneideri,
Achillea schmakovii,
Achillea phrygia,
Achillea claudio-politana,
Achillea griseo-virens,
Achillea gypsicola,
Achillea umbellata,
Achillea cretica,
Achillea ruscinonensis,
Achillea reichardtiana,
Achillea formosa,
Achillea chrysocoma,
Achillea milliana,
Achillea kerneri,
Achillea jaborneggi,
Achillea rupestris,
Achillea spinulifolia,
Achillea ketenoglui,
Achillea thracica,
Achillea barthiana,
Achillea sipikorensis,
Achillea subtaurica,
Achillea occulta,
Achillea chamaemelifolia,
Achillea valesiaca,
Achillea pachycephala,
Achillea vandasii,
Achillea ageratum,
Achillea getica,
Achillea santolinoides,
Achillea maura,
Achillea acuminata,
Achillea oligocephala,
Achillea kotschyi,
Achillea pseudodorata,
Achillea baldaccii,
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,
References
J.A. Rudsky: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rudsky' in the authors string.