Prosartes trachycarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Botany [Fortieth Parallel] : 344 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716787
Common Names
- Prosartes Trachycarpa
- Rough-fruited Fairybells
- Rough-fruited Prosartes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Prosartes trachycarpa (also called Roughfruit Fairybells, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with white flowers that is native to North America. It grows in moist woodlands and other habitats with moist soils.
Uses & Benefits
Prosartes trachycarpa has been used as an ornamental plant, as well as for fodder and forage. It is also used medicinally for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Prosartes trachycarpa is a white-pink, pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, light green plant with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Prosartes trachycarpa is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Prosartes trachycarpa
Prosartes trachycarpa is native to North America.
Prosartes trachycarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prosartes trachycarpa?
Prosartes trachycarpa
What is the common name of Prosartes trachycarpa?
Rough-Fruited Fairy Bells
What is the natural habitat of Prosartes trachycarpa?
It is found in moist, shady areas in the Himalayas
Species in the Prosartes genus
Species in the Liliaceae family
Amana edulis, Amana erythronioides, Amana kuocangshanica, Amana anhuiensis, Amana wanzhensis, Calochortus albus, Calochortus amabilis, Calochortus ambiguus, Calochortus amoenus, Calochortus apiculatus, Calochortus argillosus, Calochortus aureus, Calochortus balsensis, Calochortus barbatus, Calochortus bruneaunis, Calochortus coeruleus, Calochortus catalinae, Calochortus cernuus, Calochortus clavatus, Calochortus concolor, Calochortus coxii, Calochortus dunnii, Calochortus elegans, Calochortus eurycarpus, Calochortus excavatus, Calochortus exilis, Calochortus fimbriatus, Calochortus flexuosus, Calochortus foliosus, Calochortus fuscus, Calochortus ghiesbreghtii, Calochortus greenei, Calochortus gunnisonii, Calochortus hartwegii, Calochortus howellii, Calochortus indecorus, Calochortus invenustus, Calochortus kennedyi, Calochortus leichtlinii, Calochortus longibarbatus, Calochortus luteus, Calochortus lyallii, Calochortus macrocarpus, Calochortus marcellae, Calochortus minimus, Calochortus monanthus, Calochortus monophyllus, Calochortus nigrescens, Calochortus nitidus, Calochortus nudus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-284129: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.