Status:
valid
Authors:
(Boiss.) Nevski
Source:
ksu
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Trudy Bot. Inst. Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R., Ser. 1, Fl. Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 4: 321 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470653
Common Names
- Parentucellia flaviflora
- Yellow-flowered Parentucellia
- Flaviflora Parentucellia
Description
Parentucellia flaviflora (also called Yellow-flowered Parentucellia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Parentucellia flaviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating coughs and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Parentucellia flaviflora has yellow-orange, tubular flowers with a pleasant fragrance. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Parentucellia flaviflora is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to Europe. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Parentucellia flaviflora
Parentucellia flaviflora can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Parentucellia flaviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parentucellia flaviflora?
Parentucellia flaviflora
Where is Parentucellia flaviflora found?
Parentucellia flaviflora is found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.
What is the flower color of Parentucellia flaviflora?
The flowers of Parentucellia flaviflora are usually yellow or white.
Species in the Parentucellia genus
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica,
Aeginetia mirabilis,
Aeginetia mpomii,
Aeginetia selebica,
Aeginetia sessilis,
Aeginetia sinensis,
Aeginetia flava,
Aeginetia acaulis,
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:806701-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].