Woodland Cudweed
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Woodland Cudweed
Omalotheca sylvatica
Woodland Cudweed is a soft, fuzzy plant that grows in forests. It has small, white flowers that look like tiny stars and can be found in shady spots.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Woodland Cudweed has erect, slender stems covered in soft, gray-green, woolly leaves. Its small, button-like flower heads are clustered at the stem tops, displaying muted yellowish-brown tones. This plant often blends into the background with its unassuming, felt-like appearance.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusOmalotheca
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Despite its name, Woodland Cudweed often loves growing in sunny, disturbed open spots!
Its name "cudweed" refers to how its fuzzy leaves resemble cud, sometimes fed to cattle!
Its small, clustered flowers look like miniature bouquets peeking out from its felt-like leaves!
These tiny plants are part of the huge daisy family, just like giant sunflowers!
Special abilities
Ability
Woolly Coat Protection
Woodland Cudweed has a dense layer of tiny hairs on its leaves that helps it survive dry conditions and harsh sun.
Ability
Seed Surfer
Its lightweight seeds have a parachute-like structure, allowing them to ride on wind currents and spread far and wide.
Ability
Quick Colonizer
Woodland Cudweed can rapidly grow in disturbed areas, quickly taking advantage of open ground where other plants struggle.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.3-0.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer to Fall
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Annual
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Western Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Visits flowers for nectar and pollen.
pollinates
Buff-tailed Bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
A common bee that aids in pollination.
eaten by
Red Slug
Arion rufus
Slugs may graze on its leaves.
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.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
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.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch unknown plants, and ask an adult if you're curious!
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Woodland Cudweed?
10-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Woodland Cudweed?
0.3-0.5 cm
When does Woodland Cudweed bloom?
Summer to Fall
Is Woodland Cudweed edible?
No
Is Woodland Cudweed toxic?
None
What is Woodland Cudweed's lifecycle?
Annual
How is Woodland Cudweed pollinated?
Insect
Where is Woodland Cudweed usually found?
Forests
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