Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 1863: 65 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024055
Common Names
- Helianthella parryi
- Parry's False Sunflower
- Parry's Helianthella
Description
Helianthella parryi (also called Parry's helianthella, among many other common names) is an annual herb, up to 30 cm tall, with a single stem. It is native to North America, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Helianthella parryi is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Helianthella parryi has yellow flowers, small seeds and short, thin seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helianthella parryi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is not very picky about soil type. It can be propagated by seed in spring or by division in autumn or spring.
Where to Find Helianthella parryi
Helianthella parryi is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Helianthella parryi FAQ
What is the common name of Helianthella parryi?
Parry's Helianthella
What are the uses of Helianthella parryi?
Parry's Helianthella is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
What is the scientific name of Parry's Helianthella?
Helianthella parryi
Species in the Helianthella genus
Helianthella californica,
Helianthella parryi,
Helianthella mexicana,
Helianthella microcephala,
Helianthella castanea,
Helianthella uniflora,
Helianthella quinquenervis,
Helianthella gypsophila,
Helianthella durangensis,
Helianthella ciliata,
Helianthella weberi,
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,