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Achillea pyrenaica

Scientific Name: Achillea pyrenaica

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

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Achillea pyrenaica

Achillea pyrenaica, also known as Pyrenean Sneezewort or Achille des Pyrénées, is a flowering plant species belonging to the genus Achillea.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Achillea pyrenaica Sibth. ex Godr.
  • Family: Compositae (Asteraceae)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Synonyms:
    • Achillea ptarmica subsp. pyrenaica (Godr.) Heimerl (homotypic synonym)
    • Ptarmica vulgaris subsp. pyrenaica (Godr.) Nyman (homotypic synonym)
    • Alitubus pyrenaicus (Sibth. ex DC..) Dulac

Distribution and Habitat

  • Achillea pyrenaica is native to the Pyrenees mountains.

Morphological Characteristics

  • A small plant, typically growing by streams.
  • Height ranges from 15-30 cm.
  • White flowers bloom in July and August.

Growing Conditions

  • Prefers sunny and warm environments.
  • Thrives in moderately light, permeable, sandy-dry soils.
  • Suitable for rock gardens.

Quirky Facts

  • One source notes that Achillea pyrenaica is quite similar to Achillea ptarmica, but perhaps a bit larger flowered.

Further Information

  • Taxonomic Serial No.: 780160
  • European Nature Information System (EUNIS)
  • USDA Plant Hardiness Map
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Wikimedia Commons