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Achillea macrocephala

Scientific Name: Achillea macrocephala

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

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Achillea macrocephala

Achillea macrocephala, also known as Achillea ptarmica subsp. macrocephala, is a flowering plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. A common name is Broad-leaved Yarrow.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Achillea macrocephala Rupr.
  • Family: Asteraceae (alt. Compositae)
  • Genus: Achillea
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Achillea ptarmica subsp. macrocephala (Rupr.) Heimerl
    • Achillea ptarmica var. macrocephala

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Eastern Siberia and adjacent islands.
  • Also found in northern Japan, where it is known as "Yezo-nokogiri-sou".
  • Russia is also listed as it's original home.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is one of the earliest flowering Achillea species.
  • The plant has dentate (toothed) leaves.
  • It's described as a good cut flower.
  • Grows 3-4' tall

Cultivation

  • Prefers a luminous place with direct sunlight.
  • Doesn't tolerate cold weather well.
  • Requires nutritious, well-drained soil.

Quirky Facts

  • In Japanese, it is called "Yezo-nokogiri-sou".

Further Information

  • Tropicos: Tropicos.org
  • USDA PLANTS Database: plants.usda.gov
  • Encyclopedia of Life: Encyclopedia of Life
  • PlantSystematics.org