Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 266 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042396
Common Names
- Trichogyne paronychioides
- Paronychia Trichogyne
- Paronychia
Synonyms
- Ifloga paronychioides (DC.) Fenzl [unknown]
- Ifloga paronychioides (DC.) Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Trichogyne paronychioides (also called Paronychia Trichogyne, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Trichogyne paronychioides is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trichogyne paronychioides is small and white. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichogyne paronychioides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Trichogyne paronychioides
Trichogyne paronychioides is found in the southeastern United States, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.
Trichogyne paronychioides FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Trichogyne paronychioides?
Trichogyne paronychioides prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types, including clay and sandy soils.
How often should I water Trichogyne paronychioides?
Trichogyne paronychioides should be watered regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
How do I propagate Trichogyne paronychioides?
Trichogyne paronychioides can be propagated by seed or by division in spring or fall. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Species in the Trichogyne genus
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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,