Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parrasana
ID:
84420

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) Urbatsch & R.P.Roberts

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Sida 21(1): 255 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083749



Common Names

  • Parras Medranoa
  • Parras Ragwort
  • Parras Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Haplopappus parrasanus S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Ericameria parrasana S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Medranoa parrasana (also called Parras Medranoa, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with yellow flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Medranoa parrasana is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal herb for treating skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medranoa parrasana has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medranoa parrasana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to divide the plant in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer.

Where to Find Medranoa parrasana

Medranoa parrasana is native to Mexico and can be found in the temperate regions of North America.

Medranoa parrasana FAQ

What type of plant is Medranoa parrasana?

Medranoa parrasana is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.

Where is Medranoa parrasana native to?

Medranoa parrasana is native to Mexico.

What type of habitat does Medranoa parrasana prefer?

Medranoa parrasana prefers dry, desert habitats.

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-40223: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Roland P. Roberts (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.P.Roberts' in the authors string.
Lowell Edward Urbatsch (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urbatsch' in the authors string.