Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
papuana
ID:
138203

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lauterb.) D.Glenny

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 35(4): 473 (1997): (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137532



Common Names

  • Papuana Daisy
  • Papuana Everlasting
  • Papuana Paper Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Anaphalis monocephala S.Moore [unknown]
  • Anaphalis nubigena papuana Lauterb. [unknown]
  • Anaphalis papuana (Lauterb.) J.Kost. [unknown]

Description

Anaphalioides papuana (also called Papuan Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to New Guinea. It has a basal rosette of leaves and daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. It grows in moist grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalioides papuana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees, as well as to provide shade and shelter.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anaphalioides papuana is a yellow-orange disc floret. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalioides papuana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Anaphalioides papuana

Anaphalioides papuana is native to New Guinea and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Anaphalioides papuana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaphalioides papuana?

Anaphalioides papuana

What is the common name of Anaphalioides papuana?

Papuan Pearly Everlasting

What is the family of Anaphalioides papuana?

Asteraceae

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