Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
135232

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 797 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134561



Common Names

  • Prenanthes Purpurea
  • Purple Rattlesnake Root
  • Purple Prenanthes


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Synonyms

  • Prenanthes amplexicaulis Mill. [unknown]
  • Prenanthes purpurea purpurea [unknown]
  • Prenanthes purpurea tenuifolia (L.) Arcang. [unknown]
  • Prenanthes transsilvanica Schur [unknown]
  • Prenanthes schlosseri Heuff. [unknown]
  • Prenanthes tenuifolia L. [unknown]
  • Hylethale purpurea Link [unknown]
  • Chondrilla purpurea Lam. [unknown]
  • Prenanthes wolfiana Schur [unknown]
  • Hieracium prenanthes E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Chondrilla tenuifolia Lam. [unknown]

Description

Prenanthes purpurea (also called Prenanthes purpurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and purple flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Prenanthes purpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prenanthes purpurea is a yellow-green star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prenanthes purpurea is a fast-growing, perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by sowing seeds in spring or early summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil.

Where to Find Prenanthes purpurea

Prenanthes purpurea can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is most commonly found in moist meadows and along roadsides.

Prenanthes purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prenanthes purpurea?

Prenanthes purpurea

What type of plant is Prenanthes purpurea?

Herb

Where is Prenanthes purpurea native to?

North 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,

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