Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
trinervis
ID:
480599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Drude

Source:
cmp

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 39: 322 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000479931



Common Names

  • Trinervis Parnassia
  • Three-Nerved Grass-of-Parnassus
  • Three-Nerved Parnassia


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Synonyms

  • Parnassia viridiflora Batalin [unknown]
  • Parnassia humilis T.C.Ku [unknown]
  • Parnassia laxmannii viridiflora (Batalin) Diels [unknown]
  • Parnassia trinervis viridiflora (Batalin) Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Parnassia rumicifolia Brieger [unknown]

Description

Parnassia trinervis (also called Three-Nerve Grass-of-Parnassus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to North America and is found in wet meadows and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Parnassia trinervis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat anxiety, insomnia, and other nervous system disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parnassia trinervis has white flowers with five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a white hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parnassia trinervis is a perennial herb that can reach up to 18 inches in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in the spring or summer. The seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the seeds in a warm, bright area and water regularly. Once the seedlings have developed, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Parnassia trinervis

Parnassia trinervis can be found in North America.

Parnassia trinervis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parnassia trinervis?

Parnassia trinervis

What is the common name of Parnassia trinervis?

Three-Nerved Grass of Parnassus

What is the natural habitat of Parnassia trinervis?

Parnassia trinervis is native to western 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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