Pearly Everlasting

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Western Pearly Everlasting (Anaphalis margaritacea), is a one of a kind species, the sole representative of the Anaphalis genus in the daisy family.

With the exception of the Southeast and Texas, the plant grows throughout the United States.

The top picture shows the multiple button flowers growing on branches from the plant's stem. The flowers are easily dried and often used in dried flower arrangements.

Pearly Everlasting also makes a good addition to a butterfly garden, serving as a host plant for American Painted Lady caterpillars and as a nectaring plant for small butterflies such as crescents and skippers.

© 2008 Patricia A. Michaels