Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
22456

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1(suppl.): 330 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021785



Common Names

  • Racemose Pussytoes
  • Antennaria racemosa
  • Racemose


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Synonyms

  • Antennaria petasites Greene [unknown]
  • Antennaria piperi Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Antennaria racemosa (also called Racemose Pussytoes, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and can be found in chaparral, grassland, and oak woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Antennaria racemosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in dry areas. It is also used to treat headaches and migraines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antennaria racemosa has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antennaria racemosa is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Antennaria racemosa

Antennaria racemosa is native to the western United States and Mexico. It can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and oak woodlands.

Antennaria racemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antennaria racemosa?

Antennaria racemosa

What is the common name of Antennaria racemosa?

Racemose Pussytoes

What is the natural habitat of Antennaria racemosa?

It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, 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