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Achillea erba-rotta ssp. rupestris

Scientific Name: Achillea erba-rotta ssp. rupestris

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

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Achillea erba-rotta

Achillea erba-rotta, commonly known as Simple Leaved Milfoil, is a perennial flowering plant.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text indicates a medium-high allergen potential for Achillea erba-rotta, which may be relevant for pets with sensitivities.
  • It has a shrub-like structure.
  • Evergreen Leaf Type

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Achillea erba-rotta
  • Common Name: Simple Leaved Milfoil
  • Rank: subspecies
  • Family: COMPOSITAE (ASTERACEAE)
  • Synonyms and Subspecies:
    • Achillea erba-rotta subsp. rupestris (Porta) I. Richardson
    • Achillea rupestris Huter &amp al.
    • Ptarmica rupestris (Huter &amp al.) Nyman
    • Achillea calcarea (Huter &amp al.) A. W. Hill
    • Achillea erba-rotta subsp. calcarea (Huter, Porta &amp Rigo) I.Richardson
    • Achillea erba-rotta subsp. moschata (Wulfen) I. Richardson
    • Achillea erba-rotta subsp. ambigua (Heimerl) I.B.K. Rich.son

Distribution and Habitat

  • The text mentions an "Alp" designation, suggesting an alpine habitat.
  • Specific locations mentioned include the Swiss Alps (for Achillea erba-rotta subsp. moschata), Dolomites (for Achillea clavennae and Achillea oxyloba), Crete (for Achillea cretica), and the French Pyrenees (for Potentilla rupestris, mentioned in the context of other species).

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is described as a shrub and has evergreen leaves.
  • The text suggests that it is a rustic plant suitable for gardens and has a reduced size.

Additional Information

  • USDA Hardiness zone mentioned

Resources and Further Information

  • RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) is mentioned as a source of information.
  • Euro+Med Plantbase is mentioned.