Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Sulphur 28, t. 16 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078138
Common Names
- Parthenium
- Seaside Parthenium
- Seashore Parthenium
Synonyms
- Coreocarpus robustior Sherff [unknown]
- Leptosyne parthenioides A.Gray [unknown]
- Coreocarpus shrevei shrevei [unknown]
- Leptosyne parthenioides parthenioides [unknown]
- Coreocarpus shrevei Sherff [unknown]
- Coreocarpus parthenioides parthenioides [unknown]
- Leptosyne parthenioides Brandeg. [unknown]
- Coreocarpus alexandrae Sherff [unknown]
Description
Coreocarpus parthenioides (also called Sea-purslane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It has a hairy stem and leaves that are linear to lance-shaped. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia and is found in coastal areas and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Coreocarpus parthenioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and inflammation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Coreocarpus parthenioides var. heterocarpus S.F.Blake
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coreocarpus parthenioides is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coreocarpus parthenioides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn, and division should be done in early spring.
Where to Find Coreocarpus parthenioides
Coreocarpus parthenioides is native to North America and can be found in the eastern and central United States, as well as parts of Canada. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as meadows, woodlands, and wetlands.
Coreocarpus parthenioides FAQ
What is the growth habit of Coreocarpus parthenioides?
Coreocarpus parthenioides is an annual or biennial plant with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.
What is the optimal soil type for Coreocarpus parthenioides?
Coreocarpus parthenioides prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils with a pH of 6.5 to 8.0.
What are the common uses of Coreocarpus parthenioides?
Coreocarpus parthenioides is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Species in the Coreocarpus genus
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,