Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
virginica
ID:
10140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stebbins

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 37: 230, fig. 1 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009469



Common Names

  • Antennaria
  • Virginia Pussytoes
  • Virginica


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Synonyms

  • Antennaria neodioica argillicola Fernald [unknown]
  • Antennaria neglecta argillicola (Stebbins) Cronquist [unknown]
  • Antennaria virginica virginica [unknown]
  • Antennaria virginica argillicola Stebbins [unknown]

Description

Antennaria virginica (also called 'Virginia pussytoes', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to North America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Antennaria virginica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures. The plant has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, which can help to reduce inflammation and heal wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antennaria virginica has small, white flowers with yellow centers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antennaria virginica is a perennial herb that is native to the eastern United States. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring and should be kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Antennaria virginica

Antennaria virginica can be found in North America, including Canada and the United States.

Antennaria virginica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antennaria virginica?

Antennaria virginica

What is the common name of Antennaria virginica?

Virginia Pussytoes

What is the natural habitat of Antennaria virginica?

Open forests and 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