Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thwaitesii
ID:
139869

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
gcc

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Compos. Ind. : 110 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139198



Common Names

  • Thwaites' Anaphalis
  • Thwaites' Pearly Everlasting
  • Thwaites' Cudweed


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Description

Anaphalis thwaitesii (also called Thwaites' Anaphalis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anaphalis thwaitesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects. It is also used as a ground cover and to stabilize slopes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anaphalis thwaitesii var. glabrescens Grierson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Anaphalis thwaitesii flower is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaphalis thwaitesii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or in a sunny spot in the garden. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain their vigor.

Where to Find Anaphalis thwaitesii

Anaphalis thwaitesii is native to India and can be found in the Himalayan foothills.

Anaphalis thwaitesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaphalis thwaitesii?

Anaphalis thwaitesii

What is the natural habitat of Anaphalis thwaitesii?

Grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Anaphalis thwaitesii?

Summer

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-99803: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.