Wright's Cudweed
Pseudognaphalium Microcephalum
Overview
Wright's Cudweed (Pseudognaphalium microcephalum) is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its slender stems and small white flower clusters. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet and spreads up to 1 foot wide. Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it prefers full to partial sun and well-drained soils. Its silver-gray foliage and drought resistance make it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and accent planting in dry landscapes.
Sun FullWater LowZones 8–10Type Perennial
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 8–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
- Jim Morefield from Nevada, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
- (c) LJ Moore-McClelland, CC BY 4.0 · source
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