Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
beneolens
ID:
78781

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Davidson) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 147 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078110



Common Names

  • Pseudognaphalium Beneolens
  • Beneolens Pseudognaphalium
  • Pseudognaphalium


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Synonyms

  • Pseudognaphalium canescens beneolens (Davidson) Kartesz [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium canescens beneolens (Davidson) Stebbins & D.J.Keil [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium beneolens Davidson [unknown]

Description

Pseudognaphalium beneolens (also called Cudweed, 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, North Africa, and temperate Asia and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudognaphalium beneolens is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudognaphalium beneolens has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and slightly curved. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are long and narrow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudognaphalium beneolens is a perennial herb 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 Pseudognaphalium beneolens

Pseudognaphalium beneolens 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.

Pseudognaphalium beneolens FAQ

What is the growth habit of Pseudognaphalium beneolens?

Pseudognaphalium beneolens is an annual or biennial plant with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.

What is the optimal soil type for Pseudognaphalium beneolens?

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

What are the common uses of Pseudognaphalium beneolens?

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

Species in the Pseudognaphalium genus

Pseudognaphalium gaudichaudianum, Pseudognaphalium perelegans, Pseudognaphalium thermale, Pseudognaphalium purpurascens, Pseudognaphalium rucillense, Pseudognaphalium henricksonii, Pseudognaphalium oligandrum, Pseudognaphalium attenuatum, Pseudognaphalium petitianum, Pseudognaphalium marrum, Pseudognaphalium melanosphaeroides, Pseudognaphalium californicum, Pseudognaphalium priscum, Pseudognaphalium microcephalum, Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum, Pseudognaphalium helleri, Pseudognaphalium vira-vira, Pseudognaphalium mcvaughii, Pseudognaphalium stereovirens, Pseudognaphalium petasatum, Pseudognaphalium altimiranum, Pseudognaphalium hypoleucum, Pseudognaphalium gayanum, Pseudognaphalium undulatum, Pseudognaphalium hermaphroditicum, Pseudognaphalium illapelinum, Pseudognaphalium viscosum, Pseudognaphalium gypsophillum, Pseudognaphalium rhodarum, Pseudognaphalium elegans, Pseudognaphalium pellitum, Pseudognaphalium selleanum, Pseudognaphalium roseum, Pseudognaphalium affine, Pseudognaphalium domingense, Pseudognaphalium conoideum, Pseudognaphalium richardianum, Pseudognaphalium frigidum, Pseudognaphalium macounii, Pseudognaphalium stramineum, Pseudognaphalium ramosissimum, Pseudognaphalium arizonicum, Pseudognaphalium alatocaule, Pseudognaphalium antennarioides, Pseudognaphalium villarreali, Pseudognaphalium cheiranthifolium, Pseudognaphalium micradenium, Pseudognaphalium pacificum, Pseudognaphalium semilanatum, Pseudognaphalium elegans,

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-34711: Based on the initial data import
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Anstruther Davidson (1860-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Davidson' in the authors string.