Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
texana
ID:
392203

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) M.Hiroe

Source:
ksu

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Umbell. World : 1037 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000391535



Common Names

  • Perideridia texana
  • Texas Perideridia
  • Texas Yampah


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Synonyms

  • Eulophus texanus (A.Gray) Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Tauschia texana A.Gray [unknown]
  • Museniopsis texana (A.Gray) J.M.Coult. & Rose [unknown]

Description

Perideridia texana (also called Texas yampah, among many other common names) is a species of perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Texas, and is found in grassy and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Perideridia texana is an ornamental plant that is used to add beauty to gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used for making herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perideridia texana is small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a brown outer coating. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perideridia texana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Perideridia texana

Perideridia texana can be found in dry grassland, stony places and roadsides in the United States.

Perideridia texana FAQ

How much light does Perideridia texana need?

Perideridia texana prefers bright indirect light, but can tolerate low light conditions.

What type of soil is best for Perideridia texana?

Perideridia texana prefers a well-draining soil with a neutral pH.

How often should I water Perideridia texana?

Perideridia texana should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Minosuke Hiroe (1914-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Hiroe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:845846-1: Based on the initial data import