Anaphalis margaritacea aka Pearly Everlasting

Q: What are the water needs for Pearly Everlasting

Pearly Everlasting should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Q: What is the right soil for Pearly Everlasting

Pearly Everlasting loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Q: What is the sunlight requirement for Pearly Everlasting

To ensure optimal growth, the Pearly Everlasting prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Taxonomy ID: 4605

Genus Anaphalis Family Asteraceae Order Asterales Class Magnoliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta

Anaphalis margaritacea, also known as the western pearly everlasting or pearly everlasting, is a perennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Asia and North America and is valued for its mounds of silver foliage and compact nature. This plant produces clusters of white, papery flowers with yellow centers in late summer. It typically reaches a height of around 50cm. Found throughout North America, it grows wild in various habitats such as moist meadows, riversides, sandy areas, and waste places. Pearly everlasting thrives in well-drained, moist soil with full sun exposure. It is frost-tolerant and blooms in late summer, with seeds ripening in the fall.

Common names

Pearly Everlasting, Common Pearlyeverlasting, Western Pearly Everlasting, Marguerite

More information about Pearly Everlasting

How difficult is it to take care of Pearly Everlasting

With its straightforward care requirements, Pearly Everlasting is a hassle-free plant that anyone can enjoy.

What is the growth pattern and size of Pearly Everlasting?

The Pearly Everlasting displays clumping growth habits, with new shoots arising from the soil close to the parent plant.

What is the region of origin of Pearly Everlasting

Pearly Everlasting’s native range is N. America. N.E. Asia. Naturalized in Britain.

What are the water needs for Pearly Everlasting

Pearly Everlasting should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What is the right soil for Pearly Everlasting

Pearly Everlasting loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

What is the sunlight requirement for Pearly Everlasting

To ensure optimal growth, the Pearly Everlasting prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Is Pearly Everlasting toxic to humans/pets?

No verified data on the toxicity of this plant exists within Ploi's records. Should you, someone in your family, or your pet ingest plant material with an unknown toxicity level, it is recommended to seek medical advice.

More info:
Wikipedia • GBIF

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