Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spodiophylla
ID:
3949

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Ling & Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. xi. 103, 112 (1966).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003278



Common Names

  • Anaphalis Spodiophylla
  • Pearly Everlasting
  • Western Pearly Everlasting


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Description

Anaphalis spodiophylla (also called Woolly Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single, white flower head and a basal rosette of leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas, often in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalis spodiophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anaphalis spodiophylla has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalis spodiophylla is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and the cuttings should be taken in early summer.

Where to Find Anaphalis spodiophylla

Anaphalis spodiophylla is native to India and can be found in the Himalayan region.

Anaphalis spodiophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaphalis spodiophylla?

Anaphalis spodiophylla

What type of soil does Anaphalis spodiophylla prefer?

Anaphalis spodiophylla prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

Where does Anaphalis spodiophylla grow?

Anaphalis spodiophylla grows in dry, open woods, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

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-103166: Based on the initial data import
Yi Ling Chen (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Chen' in the authors string.
Yong Ling (1903-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Ling' in the authors string.