Petasites albiflorus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albiflorus
ID:
65195
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuvaev
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Fl. Subarkt. Gor Evraz. 266 (-267) (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064524
Common Names
- White-flowered Petasites
- Petasites albiflorus
- White-flowered Butterbur
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Petasites albiflorus (also called white butterbur, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has large, round leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Petasites albiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a cut flower. It is known for its white flowers that bloom in the spring.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Petasites albiflorus has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have yellow-green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Petasites albiflorus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed. Division should be done every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Where to Find Petasites albiflorus
Petasites albiflorus can be found in moist meadows and along roadsides in Europe.
Petasites albiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petasites albiflorus?
Petasites albiflorus
What is the family of Petasites albiflorus?
Asteraceae
Where is Petasites albiflorus found?
Alps
Species in the Petasites genus
Petasites sachalinensis, Petasites tricholobus, Petasites paradoxus, Petasites japonicus, Petasites rubellus, Petasites radiatus, Petasites kablikianus, Petasites rechingeri, Petasites hybridus, Petasites spurius, Petasites kablikianus, Petasites albiflorus, Petasites alpestris, Petasites tatewakianus, Petasites albus, Petasites formosanus, Petasites fominii, Petasites frigidus, Petasites pyrenaicus, Petasites versipilus, Petasites doerfleri, Petasites anapetrovianus,
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
Vladimir Borisovich Kuvaev (1918-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuvaev' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77084003-1: Based on the initial data import