Anaphalis longifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
6945
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 274 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006274
Common Names
- Anaphalis Longifolia
- Long-Leaf Anaphalis
- Long-Leaf Pearly Everlasting
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anaphalis longifolia (also called Long-leaved Pearly Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has white flowers. It grows in dry grasslands, roadsides and other disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Anaphalis longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Anaphalis longifolia var. sindoroensis (Hochr.) J.Kost.Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anaphalis longifolia is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green, with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anaphalis longifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a range of soil types. It can be propagated from seed by sowing in spring or autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Anaphalis longifolia
Anaphalis longifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and in the Caucasus.
Anaphalis longifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anaphalis longifolia?
Anaphalis longifolia
What is the common name of Anaphalis longifolia?
Long-leaved Anaphalis
What is the habitat of Anaphalis longifolia?
It grows in dry, rocky places
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-106046: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.