Xeranthemum facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Xeranthemum |
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| Xeranthemum annuum | |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Asterales |
| Family: | Asteraceae |
| Subfamily: | Carduoideae |
| Tribe: | Cardueae |
| Subtribe: | Xerantheminae |
| Genus: | Xeranthemum L. |
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Xeroloma Cass. |
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Xeranthemum is a group of pretty flowering plants. They belong to the Asteraceae family, which is also known as the daisy family. These plants are originally from Southern Europe.
Xeranthemum plants have unique flower heads. They look silvery and have purplish, tube-shaped flowers.
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What is Xeranthemum?
The name Xeranthemum comes from Greek words. "Xeros" means dry, and "anthemon" means flower. This name fits well because these flowers keep their shape and color even when dried. They are often used in dry flower arrangements.
Types of Xeranthemum Flowers
There are several types, or species, of Xeranthemum. Here are some of them:
- Xeranthemum annuum (also called "annual everlasting")
- Xeranthemum cylindraceum
- Xeranthemum cylindricum
- Xeranthemum inapertum
- Xeranthemum longepapposum
- Xeranthemum squarrosum
The Annual Everlasting
The most well-known species is Xeranthemum annuum. It is often called annual everlasting or immortelle. This plant is native to parts of eastern Europe and western Asia. People often grow it in their gardens because it is so beautiful. It has also started growing on its own in other parts of Europe. This is called being naturalised.
Symbol of Eternity
The immortelle flower is a special symbol. It represents eternity and immortality. This means it stands for things that last forever.
Growing Conditions
The annual everlasting is a plant that lives for one year. It grows best in dry, sunny places, like open fields. Its leaves are usually long and shaped like a spear. They have a silvery-gray color and feel soft and fuzzy.
Blooming Season
Immortelles bloom during the summer months. You can see their lovely pink-lilac flowers from June to September. When many of them grow together, they create a beautiful field of color.
Easy to Grow
Xeranthemum plants are quite easy to care for. They like dry and sunny conditions. This makes them a good choice for gardens in many places.
See also
In Spanish: Xeranthemum para niños
