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plantain-leaved pussy-toes

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Also known as: Antennaria plantaginifolia, ladies’ tobacco
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Plantain-leaved pussy-toes, also known as ladies' tobacco, is a species within the Antennaria genus, characterized by its low-growing, woolly appearance. These plants are native to North and South America, as well as parts of Europe and Asia. The name "pussy-toes" comes from the clusters of flower heads that resemble a cat's paw.1

Specifically, Antennaria plantaginifolia has broader basal leaves that are similar to those of a plantain. Some species of pussy-toes are cultivated for their dried flower heads, which are sometimes called "everlasting" and are used in rock gardens. Male flowers are uncommon in some species within this genus.1

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