Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
130488

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 24(6): 303 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129817

Common Names

  • Antennaria Microphylla
  • Small-Leaved Pussytoes
  • Small-Leaved Catsfoot

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Synonyms

  • Antennaria megacephala Fernald [unknown]
  • Antennaria solstitialis Lunell [unknown]
  • Antennaria bracteosa Rydb. [unknown]
  • Antennaria microphylla microphylla [unknown]
  • Antennaria friesiana megacephala Hultén [unknown]
  • Antennaria rosea nitida (Greene) Breitung [unknown]
  • Antennaria nitida Greene [unknown]

Description

Antennaria microphylla (also called 'Small-leaved pussytoes', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Antennaria microphylla has been used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antennaria microphylla is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antennaria microphylla is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized lightly. Prune the plant in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Antennaria microphylla

Antennaria microphylla is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah.

Antennaria microphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antennaria microphylla?

Antennaria microphylla

What is the common name of Antennaria microphylla?

Small-leaved pussytoes

What is the habitat of Antennaria microphylla?

It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Antennaria genus

Antennaria dioiciformis, Antennaria howellii, Antennaria carpatica, Antennaria carpatica, Antennaria monocephala, Antennaria virginica, Antennaria rousseaui, Antennaria dimorpha, Antennaria plantaginifolia, Antennaria racemosa, Antennaria chilensis, Antennaria rosea, Antennaria flagellaris, Antennaria neglecta, Antennaria anaphaloides, Antennaria parlinii, Antennaria dioica, Antennaria sleumeri, Antennaria aromatica, Antennaria caucasica, Antennaria stenophylla, Antennaria umbrinella, Antennaria rosulata, Antennaria geyeri, Antennaria plantaginea, Antennaria pseudoarenicola, Antennaria plantaginifolia, Antennaria arcuata, Antennaria boecheriana, Antennaria luzuloides, Antennaria densifolia, Antennaria nordhageniana, Antennaria friesiana, Antennaria alpina, Antennaria soliceps, Antennaria solitaria, Antennaria argentea, Antennaria canescens, Antennaria marginata, Antennaria pulchella, Antennaria media, Antennaria suffrutescens, Antennaria parvifolia, Antennaria microphylla, Antennaria lanata, Antennaria corymbosa, Antennaria pulcherrima, Antennaria parviflora, Antennaria sawyeri,

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-90741: Based on the initial data import
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.