Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
microcephalum
ID:
13348

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012677



Common Names

  • Pseudognaphalium microcephalum
  • Small-headed Everlasting
  • Small-headed Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium albidum I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium thermale E.E.Nelson [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium microcephalum Nutt. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium microcephalum microcephalum [unknown]
  • Pseudognaphalium canescens microcephalum (Nutt.) Kartesz [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium microcephalum microcephalum [unknown]
  • Pseudognaphalium microcephalum microcephalum [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium canescens microcephalum (Nutt.) Stebbins & D.J.Keil [unknown]

Description

Pseudognaphalium microcephalum (also called Small-Headed Everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that has yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is native to North America and is commonly found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudognaphalium microcephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudognaphalium microcephalum is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudognaphalium microcephalum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry spells. It is best to fertilize the soil with a balanced fertilizer before planting. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Pseudognaphalium microcephalum

Pseudognaphalium microcephalum is native to North America and can be found in the grasslands of the Great Plains.

Pseudognaphalium microcephalum FAQ

What type of plant is Pseudognaphalium microcephalum?

Pseudognaphalium microcephalum is a species of daisy in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Pseudognaphalium microcephalum native to?

Pseudognaphalium microcephalum is native to the United States.

What is the flower color of Pseudognaphalium microcephalum?

The flowers of Pseudognaphalium microcephalum are white in color.

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-112266: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.