Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
psilophyllum
ID:
78808

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meyen & Walp.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Nov. Actorum Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 19(Suppl. 1): 275. 1843

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078137

Common Names

  • Slender Cudweed
  • Slender Everlasting
  • Slender Gnaphalium

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Synonyms

  • Pseudognaphalium psilophyllum (Meyen & Walp.) Anderb. [unknown]

Description

Gnaphalium psilophyllum (also called Everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It has a hairy stem and leaves that are linear to lance-shaped. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gnaphalium psilophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gnaphalium psilophyllum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnaphalium psilophyllum is an herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn, and division should be done in early spring.

Where to Find Gnaphalium psilophyllum

Gnaphalium psilophyllum is native to North America and can be found in the eastern and central United States, as well as parts of Canada. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Gnaphalium psilophyllum FAQ

What is the growth habit of Gnaphalium psilophyllum?

Gnaphalium psilophyllum is an annual or biennial plant with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.

What is the optimal soil type for Gnaphalium psilophyllum?

Gnaphalium psilophyllum prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils with a pH of 6.5 to 8.0.

What are the common uses of Gnaphalium psilophyllum?

Gnaphalium psilophyllum is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Species in the Gnaphalium genus

Gnaphalium linearum, Gnaphalium leontopodium, Gnaphalium sodiroi, Gnaphalium pauciflorum, Gnaphalium ecuadorense, Gnaphalium englerianum, Gnaphalium austroafricanum, Gnaphalium clemensiae, Gnaphalium filagopsis, Gnaphalium flavocephalum, Gnaphalium pseudo-helichrysum, Gnaphalium griquense, Gnaphalium melanosphaeroides, Gnaphalium polium, Gnaphalium leucopeplum, Gnaphalium rosillense, Gnaphalium heleios, Gnaphalium diamantinense, Gnaphalium unionis, Gnaphalium chimborazense, Gnaphalium alatocaule, Gnaphalium schlimii, Gnaphalium unionis, Gnaphalium lycopodium, Gnaphalium exilifolium, Gnaphalium stagnalis, Gnaphalium baicalensis, Gnaphalium supinum, Gnaphalium demidium, Gnaphalium flaccidum, Gnaphalium albescens, Gnaphalium gnaphalodes, Gnaphalium genevoisi, Gnaphalium phaeolepis, Gnaphalium sepositum, Gnaphalium badium, Gnaphalium thouarsii, Gnaphalium uliginosum, Gnaphalium polycaulon, Gnaphalium chiliastrum, Gnaphalium declinatum, Gnaphalium psilophyllum, Gnaphalium maclovianum, Gnaphalium indutum, Gnaphalium caucasicum, Gnaphalium magellanicum, Gnaphalium stewartii, Gnaphalium confine, Gnaphalium nelsonii, Gnaphalium limicola,

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-34738: Based on the initial data import
Franz Meyen (1804-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meyen' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.