Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
126437

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Voy. Inde 4(Bot.): 87, t. 95 (Apr 1835 - Dec 1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125766



Common Names

  • Allardia
  • Pussy Ears
  • Woolly Allardia


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Synonyms

  • Tanacetum tomentosum (Decne.) Muradyan [unknown]
  • Allardia lanata Kurz ex C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Waldheimia tomentosa Regel [unknown]

Description

Allardia tomentosa (also called Woolly Allardia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and grows in tropical and subtropical dry forest and tropical and subtropical moist forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Allardia tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allardia tomentosa is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allardia tomentosa is a perennial shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When grown from seed, it should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in the summer and root them in a moist, well-drained medium. Once established, it is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Allardia tomentosa

Allardia tomentosa is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Allardia tomentosa FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Allardia tomentosa?

Allardia tomentosa prefers warm and humid climates with plenty of sunlight and well-draining soil.

What type of soil is best for Allardia tomentosa?

Allardia tomentosa prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic.

How often should Allardia tomentosa be watered?

Allardia tomentosa should be watered regularly, but not too often, to prevent root rot.

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