Status:
valid
Authors:
Greene
Source:
gcc
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Man. Bot. San Francisco : 197 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125702
Common Names
- Centromadia
- Parryi
- Centromadia Parryi
Synonyms
- Hemizonia parryi parryi [unknown]
- Hemizonia parryi parryi [unknown]
Description
Centromadia parryi (also called Parry's Centromadia, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with yellow flower heads. It is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Centromadia parryi has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as a natural dye and in cosmetics.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Centromadia parryi sub. australis (D.D.Keck) B.G.Baldwin
Centromadia parryi sub. parryi
Centromadia parryi sub. congdonii (B.L.Rob. & Greenm.) B.G.Baldwin
Centromadia parryi sub. rudis (Greene) B.G.Baldwin
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centromadia parryi has small yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centromadia parryi is an annual plant that is best propagated by sowing seeds in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It is not frost tolerant and should be protected from cold temperatures.
Where to Find Centromadia parryi
Centromadia parryi is native to California, USA. It can be found in open grasslands, chaparral, and coastal sage scrub. It prefers dry, well-drained soils.
Centromadia parryi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centromadia parryi?
Centromadia parryi
What is the common name of Centromadia parryi?
Parry's Centromadia
What is the natural habitat of Centromadia parryi?
Dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands
Species in the Centromadia genus
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,