Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
124150

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Bot. Observ. Crit. 2: 149 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123479



Common Names

  • Antennaria Pulchella
  • Pulchella Pussytoes
  • Pulchella Antennaria


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Synonyms

  • Antennaria scabra Greene [unknown]
  • Antennaria media pulchella (Greene) Chmiel. [unknown]
  • Antennaria media ciliata E.E.Nelson [unknown]
  • Antennaria alpina scabra (Greene) Jeps. [unknown]

Description

Antennaria pulchella (also called Beautiful Pussytoes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, white flower heads. It grows in dry, open woods, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Antennaria pulchella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antennaria pulchella is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antennaria pulchella is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds directly in the garden in spring or start them indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. The seeds should be sown in a shallow trench and lightly covered with soil. Keep the soil moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or fall. Dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller sections, making sure each section has a good root system.

Where to Find Antennaria pulchella

Antennaria pulchella is native to the Rocky Mountains of North America, including Colorado, Wyoming, and Montana.

Antennaria pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antennaria pulchella?

Antennaria pulchella

What is the common name of Antennaria pulchella?

Beautiful Antennaria

What is the natural habitat of Antennaria pulchella?

Grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands

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-8462: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.