Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
68572

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 899 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067901

Common Names

  • Dwarf Yarrow
  • Low Yarrow
  • Dwarf Achillea

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Synonyms

  • Achillea nana nana [unknown]
  • Ptarmica nana DC. [unknown]

Description

Achillea nana (also called Dwarf Yarrow, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant of the family Asteraceae. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia, but has become widely naturalized in many other regions. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas, and is often found in lawns and gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Achillea nana is a low-growing perennial plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves have a mild, sweet scent that can be used to make herbal teas and potpourri. The flowers are also edible and can be used to make a fragrant syrup.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achillea nana has small white flowers that bloom in the summer. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achillea nana is a perennial plant that is native to the mountains of Europe. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring.

Where to Find Achillea nana

Achillea nana is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Achillea nana FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Achillea nana?

Achillea nana prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the average size of Achillea nana?

Achillea nana typically grows to a height of 6-8 inches.

What is the best way to propagate Achillea nana?

The best way to propagate Achillea nana is by division of the root clump in the spring or fall.

Species in the Achillea genus

Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri, Achillea stojanoffii, Achillea setacea, Achillea graja, Achillea wagneri, Achillea schneideri, Achillea schmakovii, Achillea phrygia, Achillea claudio-politana, Achillea griseo-virens, Achillea gypsicola, Achillea umbellata, Achillea cretica, Achillea ruscinonensis, Achillea reichardtiana, Achillea formosa, Achillea chrysocoma, Achillea milliana, Achillea kerneri, Achillea jaborneggi, Achillea rupestris, Achillea spinulifolia, Achillea ketenoglui, Achillea thracica, Achillea barthiana, Achillea sipikorensis, Achillea subtaurica, Achillea occulta, Achillea chamaemelifolia, Achillea valesiaca, Achillea pachycephala, Achillea vandasii, Achillea ageratum, Achillea getica, Achillea santolinoides, Achillea maura, Achillea acuminata, Achillea oligocephala, Achillea kotschyi, Achillea pseudodorata, Achillea baldaccii,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References