Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lanuginosum
ID:
13611

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 147 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012940

Common Names

  • Lanuginosum Pseudognaphalium
  • Lanuginosum's Pseudognaphalium
  • Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum

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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium lanuginosum Kunth [unknown]

Description

Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum (also called Woolly Everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and inhabits grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oblong capsule. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When planting, make sure to space the plants at least 18 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum

Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum FAQ

What are the common names of Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum?

Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum is commonly known as Woolly Cudweed.

What is the natural habitat of Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum?

Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum is native to North America, and prefers dry, open grasslands and scrublands.

What are the flowering and fruiting times for Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum?

Pseudognaphalium lanuginosum typically flowers from April to June, and fruits from July to September.

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-112521: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.