Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
margaritacea
ID:
93417

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2(1): 303 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092746



Common Names

  • Margarita Anaphalis
  • Pearly Everlasting
  • Silver Puffs


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Description

Anaphalis margaritacea (also called Pearly everlasting, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to North America. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalis margaritacea is used as an ornamental plant and is often planted in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anaphalis margaritacea var. cinnamomea (Wall. ex DC.) Herder ex Maxim.
Anaphalis margaritacea sub. japonica (Maxim.) Kitam.
Anaphalis margaritacea var. yedoensis (Franch. & Sav.) Ohwi
Anaphalis margaritacea var. margaritacea
Anaphalis margaritacea sub. margaritacea
Anaphalis margaritacea var. angustifolia (Franch. & Sav.) Hayata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anaphalis margaritacea is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedlings have a single, long, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalis margaritacea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Anaphalis margaritacea

Anaphalis margaritacea is found in the temperate regions of Asia, Europe, and North America.

Anaphalis margaritacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaphalis margaritacea?

Anaphalis margaritacea

What is the common name of Anaphalis margaritacea?

Pearly Everlasting

What is the family of Anaphalis margaritacea?

Asteraceae

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.