Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nakai) C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen
Source:
gcc
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 279 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018096
Common Names
- Tephroseris Phaeantha
- Tephroseris
- Phaeantha
Description
Tephroseris phaeantha (also called Grey everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and finely divided leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Tephroseris phaeantha is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Tephroseris phaeantha has small, yellow flowers that form in flat-topped clusters. Seed: The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are covered in fine hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephroseris phaeantha is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.
Where to Find Tephroseris phaeantha
Tephroseris phaeantha can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Tephroseris phaeantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephroseris phaeantha?
Tephroseris phaeantha
What is the common name of Tephroseris phaeantha?
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What is the natural habitat of Tephroseris phaeantha?
Tephroseris phaeantha is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands, rocky areas, and scrublands.
Species in the Tephroseris genus
Tephroseris helenitis,
Tephroseris palustris,
Tephroseris turczaninovii,
Tephroseris crassifolia,
Tephroseris sichotensis,
Tephroseris pyroglossa,
Tephroseris pricei,
Tephroseris kirilowii,
Tephroseris taitoensis,
Tephroseris coincyi,
Tephroseris adenolepis,
Tephroseris subdentata,
Tephroseris phaeantha,
Tephroseris schistosa,
Tephroseris sukaczevii,
Tephroseris porphyrantha,
Tephroseris ochotensis,
Tephroseris flammea,
Tephroseris praticola,
Tephroseris pseudoaurantiaca,
Tephroseris yukonensis,
Tephroseris stolonifera,
Tephroseris frigida,
Tephroseris pierotii,
Tephroseris jacutica,
Tephroseris integrifolia,
Tephroseris balbisiana,
Tephroseris papposa,
Tephroseris newcombei,
Tephroseris koreana,
Tephroseris gurensis,
Tephroseris vereszczaginii,
Tephroseris furusei,
Tephroseris elodes,
Tephroseris palustris,
Tephroseris rufa,
Tephroseris pseudosonchus,
Tephroseris kjellmanii,
Tephroseris takedana,
Tephroseris kawakamii,
Tephroseris crispa,
Tephroseris longifolia,
Tephroseris schistosa,
Tephroseris subscaposa,
Tephroseris hieraciiformis,
Tephroseris crispa,
Tephroseris arctisibirica,
Tephroseris cladobotrys,
Tephroseris subfrigida,
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,