Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
caucasica
ID:
44880

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boriss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 20: 289 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044209



Common Names

  • Caucasian Everlasting
  • Caucasian Pussytoes
  • Caucasian White Pussytoes


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Description

Antennaria caucasica (also called Caucasian Pussytoes, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the Caucasus region and is typically found in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Antennaria caucasica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antennaria caucasica has yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with two cotyledons and a pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antennaria caucasica is a perennial plant that is native to the Caucasus Mountains. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer months. It is also susceptible to pests and diseases, so it should be monitored for signs of infestation.

Where to Find Antennaria caucasica

Antennaria caucasica is found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.

Antennaria caucasica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antennaria caucasica?

Antennaria caucasica

What is the common name of Antennaria caucasica?

Caucasian Pussytoes

What is the natural habitat of Antennaria caucasica?

Grasslands, meadows and pastures

Species in the Antennaria genus

Antennaria dioiciformis, Antennaria howellii, Antennaria carpatica, Antennaria carpatica, Antennaria monocephala, Antennaria virginica, Antennaria rousseaui, Antennaria dimorpha, Antennaria plantaginifolia, Antennaria racemosa, Antennaria chilensis, Antennaria rosea, Antennaria flagellaris, Antennaria neglecta, Antennaria anaphaloides, Antennaria parlinii, Antennaria dioica, Antennaria sleumeri, Antennaria aromatica, Antennaria caucasica, Antennaria stenophylla, Antennaria umbrinella, Antennaria rosulata, Antennaria geyeri, Antennaria plantaginea, Antennaria pseudoarenicola, Antennaria plantaginifolia, Antennaria arcuata, Antennaria boecheriana, Antennaria luzuloides, Antennaria densifolia, Antennaria nordhageniana, Antennaria friesiana, Antennaria alpina, Antennaria soliceps, Antennaria solitaria, Antennaria argentea, Antennaria canescens, Antennaria marginata, Antennaria pulchella, Antennaria media, Antennaria suffrutescens, Antennaria parvifolia, Antennaria microphylla, Antennaria lanata, Antennaria corymbosa, Antennaria pulcherrima, Antennaria parviflora, Antennaria sawyeri,

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-142763: Based on the initial data import
Antonina Borissova (b.1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boriss.' in the authors string.