Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
palustris
ID:
480623

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 273 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000479955



Common Names

  • Palustris Parnassia
  • Marsh Grass-of-Parnassus
  • Marsh Parnassia


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Synonyms

  • Enneadynamis polonorum Bubani [unknown]

Description

Parnassia palustris (also called Marsh Grass-of-Parnassus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Parnassiaceae family. It is native to North America and is found in moist, shady habitats such as meadows and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Parnassia palustris is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to treat skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Parnassia palustris var. izuinsularis H.Ohba
Parnassia palustris var. yakusimensis (Masam.) H.Ohba
Parnassia palustris var. palustris

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parnassia palustris has white, five-petaled flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have two seed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parnassia palustris is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, acidic soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Parnassia palustris

Parnassia palustris can be found in North America.

Parnassia palustris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parnassia palustris?

Parnassia palustris

What is the common name of Parnassia palustris?

Marsh Grass-of-Parnassus

What is the natural habitat of Parnassia palustris?

Temperate forests of North America

Species in the Parnassia genus

Parnassia townsendii, Parnassia trinervis, Parnassia palustris, Parnassia siamensis, Parnassia procul, Parnassia cabulica, Parnassia alpicola, Parnassia kumaonica, Parnassia glauca, Parnassia kotzebuei, Parnassia parviflora, Parnassia asarifolia, Parnassia grandifolia, Parnassia nubicola, Parnassia pusilla, Parnassia wightiana, Parnassia caroliniana, Parnassia cirrata, Parnassia fimbriata, Parnassia laxmannii, Parnassia bifolia, Parnassia foliosa, Parnassia cooperi, Parnassia esquirolii, Parnassia farreri, Parnassia mysorensis, Parnassia oreophila, Parnassia obovata, Parnassia yunnanensis, Parnassia delavayi, Parnassia perciliata, Parnassia amoena, Parnassia scaposa, Parnassia longipetala, Parnassia tenella, Parnassia labiata, Parnassia faberi, Parnassia lutea, Parnassia chinensis, Parnassia yui, Parnassia crassifolia, Parnassia epunctulata, Parnassia filchneri, Parnassia xinganensis, Parnassia submysorensis, Parnassia cacuminum, Parnassia omeiensis, Parnassia monochorifolia, Parnassia noemiae, Parnassia gansuensis,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

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