Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
gcc
Year:
1818
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(16): 150, t. 368, f. 2 (ed. (1818)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009493
Synonyms
- Werneria acerosifolia Hieron. [unknown]
- Oresigonia angustifolia Willd. ex Rockh. [unknown]
- Werneria densa Benth. [unknown]
- Werneria pumila pumila [unknown]
- Werneria calyculata Turcz. [unknown]
Description
Werneria pumila (also called 'Dwarf werneria', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central and Eastern Europe and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Werneria pumila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures. The plant has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, which can help to reduce inflammation and heal wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Werneria pumila has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Werneria pumila is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring and should be kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Werneria pumila
Werneria pumila can be found in the Alps, including Switzerland, Austria, and Germany.
Werneria pumila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Werneria pumila?
Werneria pumila
What is the common name of Werneria pumila?
Dwarf Werneria
What is the natural habitat of Werneria pumila?
Open forests and woodlands
Species in the Werneria genus
Werneria glaberrima,
Werneria nubigena,
Werneria orbignyana,
Werneria apiculata,
Werneria obtusiloba,
Werneria villosa,
Werneria pumila,
Werneria melanandra,
Werneria cochlearis,
Werneria caespitosa,
Werneria macbridei,
Werneria pygmaea,
Werneria heteroloba,
Werneria staticifolia,
Werneria weberbaueriana,
Werneria solivifolia,
Werneria aretioides,
Werneria carnulosa,
Werneria pectinata,
Werneria spathulata,
Werneria graminifolia,
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,