Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 530 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010358
Common Names
- Euphrosyne Partheniifolia
- Partheniifolia Euphrosyne
- Euphrosyne
Description
Euphrosyne partheniifolia (also called Parthenium, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub with a woody stem that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has bright green leaves with purple undersides and white flowers. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in open forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Euphrosyne partheniifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Euphrosyne partheniifolia is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and has a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Euphrosyne partheniifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Euphrosyne partheniifolia
Euphrosyne partheniifolia is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and mountainsides.
Euphrosyne partheniifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Euphrosyne partheniifolia?
Euphrosyne partheniifolia
What is the common name of Euphrosyne partheniifolia?
Parthenium Daisy
What type of plant is Euphrosyne partheniifolia?
Annual herb
Species in the Euphrosyne 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,