Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cavei
ID:
23842

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chatterjee

Source:
gcc

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Soc. Bengal 3(1): 17 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023171



Common Names

  • Cave's Anaphalis
  • Cave's Pearly Everlasting
  • Anaphalis Cavei


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Description

Anaphalis cavei (also called Cave's Anaphalis, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has white flower heads and is native to the Himalayas. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalis cavei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for erosion control on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anaphalis cavei is a yellow-golden daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalis cavei is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and fertilize it once a month.

Where to Find Anaphalis cavei

Anaphalis cavei can be found in the Himalayas, India, and China.

Anaphalis cavei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaphalis cavei?

Anaphalis cavei

What is the common name of Anaphalis cavei?

Cave's Anaphalis

What is the natural habitat of Anaphalis cavei?

Grassy meadows, open woodlands, and rocky slopes

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-122396: Based on the initial data import
Debabrata Chatterjee (1911-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chatterjee' in the authors string.