Scopulophila parryi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parryi
ID:
1293081
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hemsl.) I.M.Johnst.
Source:
tro
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 21: 69 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292419
Common Names
- Scopulophila parryi
- Parry's Rockcress
- Parry's Wallcress
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Scopulophila parryi (also called Parry's scopulophila, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Hawaii. It is found in grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Scopulophila parryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scopulophila parryi has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Scopulophila parryi is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm and the seeds should germinate in a few weeks. For division, dig up the plant and divide the roots into several sections. Replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist and warm.
Where to Find Scopulophila parryi
Scopulophila parryi can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
Scopulophila parryi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scopulophila parryi?
Scopulophila parryi
What type of plant is Scopulophila parryi?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Scopulophila parryi native to?
It is native to the southwestern United States
Species in the Scopulophila genus
Species in the Caryophyllaceae family
Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-6303636: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.