Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hemsl.) C.Shih
Source:
gcc
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 26(6): 423 (1988): (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007358
Common Names
- Paraprenanthes Prenanthoides
- Prenanthes
- Lanceleaf Prenanthes
Synonyms
- Lactuca chungkingensis Stebbins [unknown]
- Crepis prenanthoides Hemsl. [unknown]
Description
Paraprenanthes prenanthoides (also called White Prenanthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Paraprenanthes prenanthoides is a species of flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paraprenanthes prenanthoides is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and has a diameter of about 0.5 mm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paraprenanthes prenanthoides is a perennial plant that is native to Japan. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Paraprenanthes prenanthoides
Paraprenanthes prenanthoides can be found in the temperate regions of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.
Paraprenanthes prenanthoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paraprenanthes prenanthoides?
Paraprenanthes prenanthoides
What is the common name of Paraprenanthes prenanthoides?
Fringed Prenanthes
What is the natural habitat of Paraprenanthes prenanthoides?
Woodlands and grasslands
Species in the Paraprenanthes genus
Paraprenanthes heptantha,
Paraprenanthes yunnanensis,
Paraprenanthes prenanthoides,
Paraprenanthes umbrosa,
Paraprenanthes multiformis,
Paraprenanthes glandulosissima,
Paraprenanthes auriculiformis,
Paraprenanthes sororia,
Paraprenanthes polypodiifolia,
Paraprenanthes longiloba,
Paraprenanthes diversifolia,
Paraprenanthes dolichophylla,
Paraprenanthes triflora,
Paraprenanthes oligolepis,
Paraprenanthes melanantha,
Paraprenanthes wilsonii,
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
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.