Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
5233

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) C.Shih

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 26(6): 421 (1988): (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004562



Common Names

  • Paraprenanthes Yunnanensis
  • Yunnan Paraprenanthes
  • Yunnan Lettuce


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Synonyms

  • Mycelis yunnanensis (Franch.) Y.Ling [unknown]
  • Paraprenanthes sagittiformis C.Shih [unknown]
  • Lactuca yunnanensis Franch. [unknown]

Description

Paraprenanthes yunnanensis (also called 'Yunnan Paraprenanthes', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It has a deep taproot and grows up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are yellow. It grows in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Paraprenanthes yunnanensis is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraprenanthes yunnanensis has small white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraprenanthes yunnanensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Paraprenanthes yunnanensis

Paraprenanthes yunnanensis can be found in the Yunnan province of China.

Paraprenanthes yunnanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraprenanthes yunnanensis?

Paraprenanthes yunnanensis

What type of plant is Paraprenanthes yunnanensis?

Paraprenanthes yunnanensis is a species of shrub in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Paraprenanthes yunnanensis found?

Paraprenanthes yunnanensis is native to China.

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-10439: 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.