Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
vira-vira
ID:
15912

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Molina) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 148 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015241



Common Names

  • Pseudognaphalium vira-vira
  • Vira-vira
  • Woolly Cudweed


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium viravira Molina [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium piravira Less. [unknown]

Description

Pseudognaphalium vira-vira (also called Vira-vira, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with yellow flowers that have a diameter of about 1 cm. It is native to South America, and it can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudognaphalium vira-vira is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudognaphalium vira-vira has white petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudognaphalium vira-vira is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize occasionally for best results.

Where to Find Pseudognaphalium vira-vira

Pseudognaphalium vira-vira is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in Algeria, France, Italy, Morocco, Spain, and Tunisia.

Pseudognaphalium vira-vira FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudognaphalium vira-vira?

Pseudognaphalium vira-vira

What is the natural habitat of Pseudognaphalium vira-vira?

It is found in open grasslands, pastures, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

What are the characteristics of Pseudognaphalium vira-vira?

It is an annual herb with white, woolly leaves and small yellow flower heads.

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-114748: Based on the initial data import
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Giovanni Juan Ignazio Molina (1740-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molina' in the authors string.