Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pyrenaica
ID:
136153

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sibth. ex Godr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Fl. France 2: 166 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135482

Common Names

  • Pyrenean Yarrow
  • Mountain Yarrow
  • Yarrow

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Synonyms

  • Achillea pyrenaica Sibth. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Achillea ptarmica pyrenaica (Sibth. ex DC.) Heimerl [unknown]

Description

Achillea pyrenaica (also called Pyrenean yarrow, among many other common names) is a perennial herb in the sunflower family, Asteraceae. It is native to Europe and Asia, and it typically grows in open grasslands and shrublands. It has a single stem that is covered in short, soft hairs and grows up to a height of about 1 meter. Its leaves are lanceolate and have a smooth texture. Its flowers are white and have a daisy-like shape.

Uses & Benefits

Achillea pyrenaica is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Achillea pyrenaica flower is yellow and has a single row of petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achillea pyrenaica is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Achillea pyrenaica

Achillea pyrenaica can be found in the Pyrenees and Alps.

Achillea pyrenaica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achillea pyrenaica?

Achillea pyrenaica

What is the common name of Achillea pyrenaica?

Pyrenean Yarrow

What is the natural habitat of Achillea pyrenaica?

Dry, sandy or gravelly soils

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-96224: Based on the initial data import
Dominique Alexandre Godron (1807-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Godr.' in the authors string.
John Sibthorp (1758-1796): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sibth.' in the authors string.