Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ageratifolia
ID:
124675

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sm.) Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2(1): 420 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124004

Common Names

  • Yarrow
  • Old Man's Pepper
  • Common Yarrow

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Description

Achillea ageratifolia (also called Yarrow, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, erect stem with a yellow flower head. It grows in grassy areas, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Achillea ageratifolia is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a filler in flower arrangements and bouquets. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and long-lasting flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Achillea ageratifolia sub. aizoon (Griseb.) Heimerl
Achillea ageratifolia sub. ageratifolia
Achillea ageratifolia sub. serbica (Nyman) Heimerl

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achillea ageratifolia has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in a head-like shape. The seeds are small and oval-shaped with a brown color. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achillea ageratifolia is an easy-to-grow perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Achillea ageratifolia

Achillea ageratifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, the Middle East, and parts of Asia.

Achillea ageratifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achillea ageratifolia?

Achillea ageratifolia

What type of plant is Achillea ageratifolia?

Herbaceous plant

Where is Achillea ageratifolia found?

Europe

Species in the Achillea genus

Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri, Achillea stojanoffii, Achillea setacea, Achillea graja, Achillea wagneri, Achillea schneideri, Achillea schmakovii, Achillea phrygia, Achillea claudio-politana, Achillea griseo-virens, Achillea gypsicola, Achillea umbellata, Achillea cretica, Achillea ruscinonensis, Achillea reichardtiana, Achillea formosa, Achillea chrysocoma, Achillea milliana, Achillea kerneri, Achillea jaborneggi, Achillea rupestris, Achillea spinulifolia, Achillea ketenoglui, Achillea thracica, Achillea barthiana, Achillea sipikorensis, Achillea subtaurica, Achillea occulta, Achillea chamaemelifolia, Achillea valesiaca, Achillea pachycephala, Achillea vandasii, Achillea ageratum, Achillea getica, Achillea santolinoides, Achillea maura, Achillea acuminata, Achillea oligocephala, Achillea kotschyi, Achillea pseudodorata, Achillea baldaccii,

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-85123: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.