Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 273 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094888
Common Names
- Anaphalis Tenella
- Tenella Anaphalis
- Tenella's Anaphalis
Description
Anaphalis tenella (also called Alpine everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to the alpine regions of Europe, and is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a rosette of leaves and small white flower heads.
Uses & Benefits
Anaphalis tenella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anaphalis tenella is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anaphalis tenella is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 18-20°C (64-68°F). Once the seedlings have germinated, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn, when the plant is dormant.
Where to Find Anaphalis tenella
Anaphalis tenella is found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.
Anaphalis tenella FAQ
What are the common uses of Anaphalis tenella?
Anaphalis tenella is commonly used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders.
What is the climate requirement for Anaphalis tenella?
Anaphalis tenella prefers a temperate climate and grows best in areas with an average temperature of 10-20°C.
What is the soil requirement for Anaphalis tenella?
Anaphalis tenella prefers a well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6-7.
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,