Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parryi
ID:
122350

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Reveal & R.M.King

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 230 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121679



Common Names

  • Acourtia
  • Parryi
  • Acourtia Parryi


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Synonyms

  • Perezia parryi A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Acourtia parryi (also called Parry's Acourtia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acourtia parryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acourtia parryi has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, light green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acourtia parryi can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Cuttings can be taken in summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny position.

Where to Find Acourtia parryi

Acourtia parryi is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Acourtia parryi FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Acourtia parryi?

Acourtia parryi requires full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the natural habitat of Acourtia parryi?

Acourtia parryi is native to South Africa.

What is the lifespan of Acourtia parryi?

The lifespan of Acourtia parryi is unknown.

Species in the Acourtia genus

Acourtia potosina, Acourtia macrocephala, Acourtia souleana, Acourtia moctezumae, Acourtia wrightii, Acourtia glandulifera, Acourtia platyptera, Acourtia moschata, Acourtia carpholepis, Acourtia butandae, Acourtia reticulata, Acourtia pulchella, Acourtia joaquinensis, Acourtia nudiuscula, Acourtia patens, Acourtia microcephala, Acourtia scaposa, Acourtia nudicaulis, Acourtia wislizeni, Acourtia hintoniorum, Acourtia ciprianoi, Acourtia nana, Acourtia discolor, Acourtia platyphylla, Acourtia mexiae, Acourtia erioloma, Acourtia zacatecana, Acourtia elizabethiae, Acourtia mexicana, Acourtia coulteri, Acourtia molinana, Acourtia venturae, Acourtia hidalgoana, Acourtia gracilis, Acourtia glomeriflora, Acourtia hondurana, Acourtia caltepecana, Acourtia turbinata, Acourtia huajuapana, Acourtia humboldtii, Acourtia lobulata, Acourtia oxylepis, Acourtia palmeri, Acourtia dieringeri, Acourtia cuernavacana, Acourtia umbratalis, Acourtia dissiticeps, Acourtia michoacana, Acourtia fragrans, Acourtia oaxacana,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-82890: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.