Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
parryi
ID:
138880

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 19: 61 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138209



Common Names

  • Parry's Stephanomeria
  • Parry's Wirelettuce
  • Wirelettuce


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Synonyms

  • Ptiloria parryi (A.Gray) Coville [unknown]

Description

Stephanomeria parryi (also called Parry's wirelettuce, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, tall stem with a small, solitary flower head. It grows in dry, sandy soils, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Stephanomeria parryi is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stephanomeria parryi is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stephanomeria parryi is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to California. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be grown in full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Stephanomeria parryi

Stephanomeria parryi is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, sunny areas. It is also found in parts of Mexico.

Stephanomeria parryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stephanomeria parryi?

Stephanomeria parryi

What are the common names of Stephanomeria parryi?

Parry's Wirelettuce

What is the natural habitat of Stephanomeria parryi?

It is native to the western United States and is found in dry shrublands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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-98860: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.