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Sp. Pl. 2: 897
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wfo-0000138519
Common Names
- Woolly Yarrow
- Hairy Yarrow
- Tomentose Yarrow
Description
Achillea tomentosa (also called woolly yarrow, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to Europe and Asia, and it is found in grassy meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Achillea tomentosa is an ornamental plant used for its beautiful yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Achillea tomentosa has yellow flowers with small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Achillea tomentosa is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Achillea tomentosa
Achillea tomentosa is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It can be found in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands.
Achillea tomentosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Achillea tomentosa?
Achillea tomentosa
What is the common name of Achillea tomentosa?
Woolly Yarrow
What is the habitat of Achillea tomentosa?
Grasslands, open woods, and disturbed areas
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,