Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
82122

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kinzik. & Vainberg

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tadzhiksk. S.S.R. 9: 528, 281 (1988) (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081451



Common Names

  • Anaphalis latifolia
  • Broadleaf Anaphalis
  • Latifolia Anaphalis


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Description

Anaphalis latifolia (also called 'Broad-leaved Anaphalis', 'Broad-leaved Pearly Everlasting', 'Broad-leaved Cottonweed' among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Asia. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has small, greyish-green leaves and small, white flower heads. It prefers sunny, dry habitats and is commonly found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalis latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant to treat fever, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anaphalis latifolia is a small white flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalis latifolia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Africa. It grows in a clump and has small, white daisy-like flowers. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Anaphalis latifolia

Anaphalis latifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Free State provinces.

Anaphalis latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaphalis latifolia?

Anaphalis latifolia

What is the common name of Anaphalis latifolia?

Broad-leaved Anaphalis

What is the natural habitat of Anaphalis latifolia?

Dry, rocky slopes and ridges

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-37998: Based on the initial data import
T.I. Vainberg: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vainberg' in the authors string.
Grigoria K. Kinzikaëva (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kinzik.' in the authors string.