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scented pussytoes
Scientific Name: Antennaria aromatica
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Antennaria aromatica (Scented Pussytoes)
Antennaria aromatica, commonly known as scented pussytoes, is a North American plant species belonging to the sunflower family (Asteraceae).
Common Names
- Scented Pussytoes
- Aromatic Pussytoes
- Aromatic Everlasting
- Catsfoot / Cat's-foot
- Pussytoes
- Everlasting
- Silver Pussytoes
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Antennaria aromatica Evert
- Family: Asteraceae (Sunflower or Aster family)
- Genus: Antennaria Gaertn. (Pussytoes)
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms: The text mentions synonyms for related species. For example, Antennaria rosea (Rosy Everlasting, Rosy Pussytoes) may be relevant.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the Rocky Mountains of Alberta, Montana.
- Found across much of the eastern half of North America
- Also present in Quebec, Saskatchewan, and Yukon.
- Often found in open woods and fields, as it does not tolerate shading well.
Morphological Characteristics
- A forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
- Field Pussytoes grow from 4 to 16 inches (but usually less).
- Field Pussytoes spread by means of horizontal stolons that are hairy and have small alternate leaves that are narrowly.
- The late spring flowers look like tiny cat's feet.
Ecology
- Livestock do not like to eat this species.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- A pollinator plant and good for the rock garden.
Further Information
- Dave's Garden offers tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.
- Discover Life provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Antennaria aromatica.