Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
undulatum
ID:
22708

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Hilliard & B.L.Burtt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 82(3): 205 (1981): (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022037



Common Names

  • Wavy-leaved Cudweed
  • False Gnaphalium
  • Pseudognaphalium undulatum


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium steudelii Sch.Bip. ex Hochst. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium undulatum L. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum montosicola Gand. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum decurrens Moench [unknown]

Description

Pseudognaphalium undulatum (also called Wavy-leaved everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and a woody stem. It is native to Mexico, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudognaphalium undulatum is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudognaphalium undulatum has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudognaphalium undulatum is an evergreen perennial native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, Pseudognaphalium undulatum requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Pseudognaphalium undulatum

Pseudognaphalium undulatum is native to North America and can be found in dry meadows.

Pseudognaphalium undulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudognaphalium undulatum?

Pseudognaphalium undulatum

What is the common name of Pseudognaphalium undulatum?

Wavy cudweed

What is the natural habitat of Pseudognaphalium undulatum?

Pseudognaphalium undulatum is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

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-121308: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.