Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
parryi
ID:
126373

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Man. Bot. San Francisco : 197 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125702



Common Names

  • Centromadia
  • Parryi
  • Centromadia Parryi


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Synonyms

  • Hemizonia parryi parryi [unknown]
  • Hemizonia parryi parryi [unknown]

Description

Centromadia parryi (also called Parry's Centromadia, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with yellow flower heads. It is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centromadia parryi has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as a natural dye and in cosmetics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centromadia parryi sub. australis (D.D.Keck) B.G.Baldwin
Centromadia parryi sub. parryi
Centromadia parryi sub. congdonii (B.L.Rob. & Greenm.) B.G.Baldwin
Centromadia parryi sub. rudis (Greene) B.G.Baldwin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centromadia parryi has small yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centromadia parryi is an annual plant that is best propagated by sowing seeds in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It is not frost tolerant and should be protected from cold temperatures.

Where to Find Centromadia parryi

Centromadia parryi is native to California, USA. It can be found in open grasslands, chaparral, and coastal sage scrub. It prefers dry, well-drained soils.

Centromadia parryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centromadia parryi?

Centromadia parryi

What is the common name of Centromadia parryi?

Parry's Centromadia

What is the natural habitat of Centromadia parryi?

Dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands

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-86769: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.