Status:
valid
Authors:
D.J.N.Hind
Source:
gcc
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55(2): 375 (-377; figs. 2B, D (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031660
Common Names
- Atkins' Paralychnophora
- Atkins' False-mallow
- Atkins' False Mallow
Description
Paralychnophora atkinsiae (also called Atkins' Paralychnophora, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Chile and Argentina. This plant has small, yellow flowers that range in color from white to yellow. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Paralychnophora atkinsiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paralychnophora atkinsiae has yellow flowers with a single row of petals and a single seed in each seed head. The seedlings are small and have a single rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paralychnophora atkinsiae is a perennial flowering plant that is native to Mexico. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings. It requires full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems. The cuttings should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.
Where to Find Paralychnophora atkinsiae
Paralychnophora atkinsiae is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Paralychnophora atkinsiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paralychnophora atkinsiae?
Paralychnophora atkinsiae
What is the natural habitat of Paralychnophora atkinsiae?
Dry forests and scrublands
What is the flowering period of Paralychnophora atkinsiae?
May to August
Species in the Paralychnophora 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,