Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odorata
ID:
42710

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 2: 1225 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042039

Common Names

  • Achillea Odorata
  • Odorata Achillea
  • Sweet-Scented Yarrow

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Description

Achillea odorata (also called 'Sweet-scented Yarrow', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with white or pink flowers and feathery leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in dry meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Achillea odorata is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It has fragrant, daisy-like flowers and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping. It can also be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achillea odorata has small yellow flowers with a flat-topped shape. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achillea odorata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Achillea odorata

Achillea odorata is native to Europe and can be found in grassy meadows and open woodlands. It is typically found in the countries of France, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

Achillea odorata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achillea odorata?

Achillea odorata

What type of plant is Achillea odorata?

It is a perennial herb

Where does Achillea odorata grow?

It grows in the Mediterranean region

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,

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