Melanthera parvifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
74677
Status:
valid
Authors:
Small
Source:
gcc
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Fl. S.E. U.S. [Small]. 1251. 1903 [22 Jul 1903]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074006
Common Names
- Small Melanthera
- Melanthera Parvifolia
- Parvifolia Melanthera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Melanthera parvifolia (also called Small-leaf Melanthera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Melanthera parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Melanthera parvifolia has small, yellow flowers that bloom in clusters. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melanthera parvifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from the plant and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in a warm, sunny location. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Melanthera parvifolia
Melanthera parvifolia is native to the Caribbean and can be found in Jamaica, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic.
Melanthera parvifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melanthera parvifolia?
Melanthera parvifolia
What type of plant is Melanthera parvifolia?
Melanthera parvifolia is a perennial herb.
Where does Melanthera parvifolia grow?
Melanthera parvifolia is native to the Caribbean and Central America.
Species in the Melanthera 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-30746: Based on the initial data import
John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.