Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
uliginosum
ID:
76232

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 856 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075561

Common Names

  • Gnaphalium uliginosum
  • Marsh Cudweed
  • Marsh Cottonweed

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Description

Gnaphalium uliginosum (also called Marsh Cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It is found in moist meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gnaphalium uliginosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gnaphalium uliginosum is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is an achene, which is a dry, one-seeded fruit. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gnaphalium uliginosum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Gnaphalium uliginosum

Gnaphalium uliginosum can be found in the wet meadows of Europe and North America.

Gnaphalium uliginosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gnaphalium uliginosum?

Gnaphalium uliginosum

What is the common name of Gnaphalium uliginosum?

Marsh Cudweed

What is the natural habitat of Gnaphalium uliginosum?

Moist meadows, marshes, and streambanks

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,

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