Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bicolor
ID:
126158

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) Diels

Source:
gcc

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 7: 337 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125487



Common Names

  • Pearly Everlasting
  • Bicolor Everlasting
  • Two-Colored Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium bicolor Franch. [unknown]
  • Anaphalis bicolor bicolor [unknown]
  • Anaphalis bicolor C.C.Chang [unknown]

Description

Anaphalis bicolor (also called two-colored everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 2 feet tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalis bicolor is used as an ornamental plant and has been used as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments and as a sedative.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anaphalis bicolor var. undulata (Hand.-Mazz.) Ling

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anaphalis bicolor has white flowers with yellow centers, small, light brown seeds, and seedlings with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalis bicolor is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Anaphalis bicolor

Anaphalis bicolor can be found in the Himalayas, India, and Nepal.

Anaphalis bicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaphalis bicolor?

Anaphalis bicolor

What is the common name of Anaphalis bicolor?

Bicolor Anaphalis

What is the habitat of Anaphalis bicolor?

It is found in dry open areas, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides

Species in the Anaphalis genus

Anaphalis acutifolia, Anaphalis arfakensis, Anaphalis notoniana, Anaphalis spodiophylla, Anaphalis bulleyana, Anaphalis subumbellata, Anaphalis pannosa, Anaphalis longifolia, Anaphalis transnokoensis, Anaphalis surculosa, Anaphalis tenuissima, Anaphalis delavayi, Anaphalis plicata, Anaphalis javanica, Anaphalis lactea, Anaphalis margaritaceae, Anaphalis marcescens, Anaphalis tenuicaulis, Anaphalis yangii, Anaphalis hancockii, Anaphalis larium, Anaphalis garanica, Anaphalis staintonii, Anaphalis cinerascens, Anaphalis corymbifera, Anaphalis pedicellatum, Anaphalis batangensis, Anaphalis porphyrolepis, Anaphalis cavei, Anaphalis travancorica, Anaphalis subdecurrens, Anaphalis tibetica, Anaphalis busua, Anaphalis szechuanensis, Anaphalis nepalensis, Anaphalis virens, Anaphalis brevifolia, Anaphalis triplinervis, Anaphalis scopulosa, Anaphalis hellwigii, Anaphalis oblonga, Anaphalis leptophylla, Anaphalis souliei, Anaphalis sulphurea, Anaphalis meeboldii, Anaphalis elegans, Anaphalis sinica, Anaphalis mucronata, Anaphalis virgata, Anaphalis suffruticosa,

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-86561: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.