Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
polypodiifolia
ID:
47658

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) C.Shih

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
C. Shih, Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 80(1). 1997 181 1997

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046987



Common Names

  • Fern-leaf Paraprenanthes
  • Fern-leaf False Boneset
  • Fern-leaf False Snakeroot


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Synonyms

  • Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia (Franch.) Sennikov [unknown]
  • Lactuca polypodiifolia Franch. [unknown]
  • Paraprenanthes meridionalis (C.Shih) Sennikov [unknown]
  • Mulgedium meridionale C.Shih [unknown]
  • Mulgedium polypodifolium (Franch.) C.Shih [unknown]

Description

Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia (also called Paraprenanthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It prefers dry, rocky soils and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia is used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues, fever, and skin infections. It can also be used to make a tea that can be used to treat skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or by division of the root clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer, and the seedlings should be thinned out when they are large enough to handle. Division of the root clumps can be done in spring or autumn. The divided clumps should be replanted immediately.

Where to Find Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia

Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia?

Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia

What is the common name of Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia?

Fern-leaved Paraprenanthes

What is the natural habitat of Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed sites in the western United States.

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-145451: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.