Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 87(2): 79 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130101
Common Names
- Parapolydora fastigiata
- Polydora fastigiata
- Polydora
Description
Parapolydora fastigiata (also called Fastigiate Parapolydora, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Parapolydora fastigiata has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of fuel wood, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Parapolydora fastigiata are small and white. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Parapolydora fastigiata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Parapolydora fastigiata
Parapolydora fastigiata can be found in the western United States, primarily in the Rocky Mountain region.
Parapolydora fastigiata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parapolydora fastigiata?
Parapolydora fastigiata
What is the family of Parapolydora fastigiata?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Parapolydora fastigiata?
Open grasslands and rocky slopes
Species in the Parapolydora 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,