Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
parvula
ID:
35630

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 84 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034959

Common Names

  • Brickellia parvula
  • Small Brickellbush
  • Small Brickellbush

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Synonyms

  • Coleosanthus parvulus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Brickellia parvula (also called Small Brickellbush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in desert scrub and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia parvula has been used as a natural insect repellent and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brickellia parvula has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seed heads are small and brown. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia parvula is a perennial plant that is best propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. They should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Brickellia parvula

Brickellia parvula is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Brickellia parvula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brickellia parvula?

Brickellia parvula

What is the natural habitat of Brickellia parvula?

Brickellia parvula is found in the southwestern United States and Mexico.

What is the flowering period of Brickellia parvula?

Brickellia parvula flowers from July to October.

Species in the Brickellia genus

Brickellia secundiflora, Brickellia scoparia, Brickellia longifolia, Brickellia multiflora, Brickellia pendula, Brickellia lewisii, Brickellia spinulosa, Brickellia worthingtonii, Brickellia incana, Brickellia hymenochlaena, Brickellia coahuilensis, Brickellia knappiana, Brickellia desertorum, Brickellia gentryi, Brickellia lemmonii, Brickellia laccata, Brickellia oliganthes, Brickellia simplex, Brickellia coulteri, Brickellia glandulosa, Brickellia squarrosa, Brickellia grandiflora, Brickellia dentata, Brickellia problematica, Brickellia amplexicaulis, Brickellia microphylla, Brickellia cordifolia, Brickellia villarrealii, Brickellia peninsularis, Brickellia venosa, Brickellia palmeri, Brickellia seemannii, Brickellia parvula, Brickellia laxiflora, Brickellia chenopodina, Brickellia vollmeri, Brickellia robinsoniana, Brickellia cardiophylla, Brickellia megaphylla, Brickellia eupatorioides, Brickellia veronicaefolia, Brickellia glomerata, Brickellia betonicaefolia, Brickellia rhomboidea, Brickellia leonensis, Brickellia cuspidata, Brickellia scabra, Brickellia californica, Brickellia wendtii, Brickellia floribunda,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-133813: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.