Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
longepapposum
ID:
44013

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mem. Soc. Nat. Mosc. iv. 337. 1835

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043342



Common Names

  • Long-Pappus Xeranthemum
  • Long-Pappus Everlasting
  • Long-Pappus Immortelle


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Description

Xeranthemum longepapposum (also called Annual everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has white to pink flowers and grows in dry grasslands and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Xeranthemum longepapposum is used in traditional Mexican medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin diseases, digestive issues, and respiratory problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xeranthemum longepapposum is a small, yellow-green flower head with a few yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xeranthemum longepapposum is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Guatemala. It can be propagated from seed or by division. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix in the spring. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in the spring and replant the divisions in a well-draining potting mix. Water the divisions regularly and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Xeranthemum longepapposum

Xeranthemum longepapposum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and meadows.

Xeranthemum longepapposum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xeranthemum longepapposum?

Xeranthemum longepapposum

What type of plant is Xeranthemum longepapposum?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Xeranthemum longepapposum native to?

It is native to Spain

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-141921: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.