Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
wilsonii
ID:
89246

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beauverd

Source:
gcc

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève 1912, Ser. II. iv. 28.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088575



Common Names

  • Edelweiss
  • Wilson's Edelweiss
  • Alpine Edelweiss


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Synonyms

  • Leontopodium chuii Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Leontopodium wilsonii wilsonii [unknown]
  • Leontopodium wilsonii maius Beauverd [unknown]

Description

Leontopodium wilsonii (also called Wilson's Edelweiss, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with white, woolly leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in rocky, alpine meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Leontopodium wilsonii, commonly known as Edelweiss, is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used in cosmetics and as a decorative plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leontopodium wilsonii has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leontopodium wilsonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and keep moist until germination occurs. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Leontopodium wilsonii

Leontopodium wilsonii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas and dry meadows.

Leontopodium wilsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leontopodium wilsonii?

Leontopodium wilsonii

What is the common name of Leontopodium wilsonii?

Wilson's edelweiss

What type of plant is Leontopodium wilsonii?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Leontopodium genus

Leontopodium palibinianum, Leontopodium schlothauerae, Leontopodium giraldii, Leontopodium caespitosum, Leontopodium paradoxum, Leontopodium monocephalum, Leontopodium andersonii, Leontopodium omeiense, Leontopodium roseum, Leontopodium kamtschaticum, Leontopodium fauriei, Leontopodium calocephalum, Leontopodium muscoides, Leontopodium himalayanum, Leontopodium discolor, Leontopodium hayachinense, Leontopodium dedekensii, Leontopodium shinanense, Leontopodium souliei, Leontopodium villosum, Leontopodium fangingense, Leontopodium blagoveshczenskyi, Leontopodium montisganeshii, Leontopodium suffruticosum, Leontopodium ochroleucum, Leontopodium japonicum, Leontopodium nanum, Leontopodium kurilense, Leontopodium villosulum, Leontopodium makianum, Leontopodium artemisiifolium, Leontopodium haastioides, Leontopodium haplophylloides, Leontopodium stoloniferum, Leontopodium wilsonii, Leontopodium pusillum, Leontopodium aurantiacum, Leontopodium campestre, Leontopodium smithianum, Leontopodium charkeviczii, Leontopodium forrestianum, Leontopodium delavayanum, Leontopodium conglobatum, Leontopodium stracheyi, Leontopodium microphyllum, Leontopodium leontopodioides, Leontopodium sinense, Leontopodium franchetii, Leontopodium junpeianum, Leontopodium brachyactis,

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-44908: Based on the initial data import
Gustave Beauverd (1867-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauverd' in the authors string.