Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mucronata
ID:
40534

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke ex Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 30: 136. 1894 [1893-1895 publ. 1894]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039863



Common Names

  • Anaphalis mucronata
  • Mucronata Anaphalis
  • Mountain Everlasting


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Description

Anaphalis mucronata (also called Mucronate Pearly Everlasting, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has small white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalis mucronata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is also used for its essential oils and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Anaphalis mucronata flower is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalis mucronata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Anaphalis mucronata

Anaphalis mucronata is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in moist, grassy areas, such as meadows and pastures.

Anaphalis mucronata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaphalis mucronata?

Anaphalis mucronata

What is the common name of Anaphalis mucronata?

Mucronate Anaphalis

What is the natural habitat of Anaphalis mucronata?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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-138555: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.