Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
frigidum
ID:
36719

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wedd.) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 147. 1991

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036048



Common Names

  • Pseudognaphalium frigidum
  • Frosted Cudweed
  • Frosted Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium frigidum Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Pseudognaphalium frigidum (also called Arctic cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Arctic and Subarctic regions. It has a branched stem, and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with serrated margins. It grows in moist habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudognaphalium frigidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudognaphalium frigidum is yellow in color and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two or three oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudognaphalium frigidum is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be about 5 cm long and should be placed in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.

Where to Find Pseudognaphalium frigidum

Cryptanthus odoratissimus is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Pseudognaphalium frigidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudognaphalium frigidum?

Pseudognaphalium frigidum

What are the common names of Pseudognaphalium frigidum?

Frosted cudweed, frosted everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Pseudognaphalium frigidum?

It is native to North America.

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-134862: Based on the initial data import
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.