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stoloniferous pussytoes
Scientific Name: Antennaria dioica
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Antennaria dioica: A Closer Look
Antennaria dioica, commonly known as Mountain Everlasting or Stoloniferous Pussytoes, is a fascinating flowering plant with a wide distribution across Eurasia and North America.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Antennaria dioica (L.) Gaertn.
- Common Names: Mountain Everlasting, Catsfoot, Cudweed, Stoloniferous Pussytoes, Cat's-foot, Rosy Pussytoes.
- Family: Asteraceae (also known as Compositae or Daisy Family)
- Synonyms: Gnaphalium dioicum L., Antennaria hibernica
Distribution and Habitat
- This perennial species is found in both Eurasia and North America.
- In Canada, specifically, Antennaria flagellaris (Stoloniferous Pussytoes) is restricted to the Similkameen River valley south of Princeton, in southwestern British Columbia.
- It thrives in conditions ranging from partial shade to partial sunlight, with well drained soil.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Antennaria dioica is described as a small perennial herb.
- It's characterized by its stolons, which are horizontal stems that allow it to propagate outwards, forming clumps.
- The plant is low-growing, with leaves covered in whitish down.
- It produces clusters of small white flowers.
- Typically grows to a height of 2-3 inches (5-10 cm) and spreads 12-18 inches (30-45 cm).
- Exhibits a fast growth rate.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant is low-growing, which might make it attractive to cats and dogs.
- The leaves are covered in whitish down.
Quirky Facts
- One of its common names, "Catsfoot," and the Russian name "Koshachya Lapka," both allude to a cat's paw.