Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
likiangensis
ID:
83033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) Y.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 75: 168 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082362



Common Names

  • Likiang Anaphalis
  • Likiang Pearly Everlasting
  • Likiang Anaphalis Pearly Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium likiangense Franch. [unknown]
  • Anaphalis nervosa Y.Ling [unknown]

Description

Anaphalis likiangensis (also called Likiang Anaphalis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Asia. It has a rosette of basal leaves and white flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalis likiangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anaphalis likiangensis is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are round, with a length of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalis likiangensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought-tolerant and does not require much maintenance. It can be propagated by collecting seeds in late summer and sowing them in the spring.

Where to Find Anaphalis likiangensis

Anaphalis likiangensis is native to the Himalayan region of China, India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in grasslands and alpine meadows at elevations of 3,000-4,500 meters.

Anaphalis likiangensis FAQ

What are the common names of Anaphalis likiangensis?

Common names of Anaphalis likiangensis include Likiang anaphalis and Likiang everlasting.

What is the optimal growing environment for Anaphalis likiangensis?

Anaphalis likiangensis prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the typical flowering period for Anaphalis likiangensis?

Anaphalis likiangensis typically flowers from June to August.

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-38877: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Yong Ling (1903-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Ling' in the authors string.