Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fruticosum
ID:
28088

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less. ex Schltdl. & Cham.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 5: 152. 1830.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027417



Common Names

  • Parthenium fruticosum
  • Fruticosum Parthenium
  • Fruticosum's Parthenium


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Description

Parthenium fruticosum (also called Parthenium, Wild Quinine, and Feverfew, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It grows in sandy soils, dry fields, and disturbed areas. It has a woody base, and its stems are covered with small, white, daisy-like flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Parthenium fruticosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and respiratory illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parthenium fruticosum is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parthenium fruticosum is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Parthenium fruticosum

Parthenium fruticosum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Parthenium fruticosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parthenium fruticosum?

Parthenium fruticosum

What are the common names of Parthenium fruticosum?

Giant Ragweed, American Balsam, Balsam Weed

What is the natural habitat of Parthenium fruticosum?

Parthenium fruticosum is native to North America, Central America, and parts of South America.

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-126500: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.