Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pelliculata
ID:
121753

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trimen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Handb. Fl. Ceylon 3: 28 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121082



Common Names

  • Pellitory
  • Pellitory-of-the-Wall
  • Cudweed


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Description

Anaphalis pelliculata (also called Pearly Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has alternate, lanceolate leaves, and white flower heads. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalis pelliculata is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anaphalis pelliculata has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalis pelliculata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.

Where to Find Anaphalis pelliculata

Anaphalis pelliculata is native to the Himalayas and East Asia.

Anaphalis pelliculata FAQ

What is the growth habit of Anaphalis pelliculata?

Anaphalis pelliculata is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit.

What is the native range of Anaphalis pelliculata?

Anaphalis pelliculata is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the flower color of Anaphalis pelliculata?

The flowers of Anaphalis pelliculata are white.

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-82315: Based on the initial data import
Henry Trimen (1843-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trimen' in the authors string.