Pennsylvania Cudweed
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Pennsylvania Cudweed
Gamochaeta pensylvanica
Pennsylvania Cudweed is a soft, fuzzy plant that grows in fields and along roadsides. It has tiny white flowers that look like little stars and is often found in sunny places.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Pennsylvania Cudweed has soft, woolly, silvery-green leaves that form a low rosette. Its slender stems bear tiny, greenish-white flower clusters tightly packed at the tips, making it look fuzzy all over.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusGamochaeta
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
1
Interesting facts
Globally, this plant species has spread to almost every continent!
Its small "flowers" are actually a tight bunch of dozens of tiny blooms!
The fluffy coating on its leaves helps it stay cool and hydrated!
This plant is a master of camouflage, blending perfectly into dusty ground!
Special abilities
Ability
Sun Shield
Pennsylvania Cudweed has fuzzy, woolly leaves that reflect sunlight and trap moisture, helping it survive in hot, dry places.
Ability
Tough Roots
Pennsylvania Cudweed can grow in disturbed or poor soils, using its adaptable roots to find nutrients where other plants struggle.
Ability
Wind Rider
Pennsylvania Cudweed produces tiny seeds with fluffy parachutes, allowing them to ride the wind far and wide to find new homes.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-50 cm
- Spread
- 5-20 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.3-0.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late Spring to Autumn
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Annual
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Visits small flowers for nectar.
eaten by
Painted Lady Butterfly
Vanessa cardui
Its caterpillars munch on the leaves.
eaten by
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Eastern Cottontail
Sylvilagus floridanus
Rabbits sometimes browse on its foliage.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always check with an adult before touching or picking plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to identify Pennsylvania Cudweed?
The easiest way to identify Pennsylvania Cudweed is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.
How tall is Pennsylvania Cudweed?
10-50 cm
How wide does Pennsylvania Cudweed spread?
5-20 cm
How big are the flowers on Pennsylvania Cudweed?
0.3-0.5 cm
When does Pennsylvania Cudweed bloom?
Late Spring to Autumn
Is Pennsylvania Cudweed edible?
Yes
Is Pennsylvania Cudweed toxic?
None
What is Pennsylvania Cudweed's lifecycle?
Annual
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