Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
parryi
ID:
692860

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Rep. U.S. Mex. Bound. 2(1): 156 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692193

Common Names

  • Frasera parryi
  • Parry's Green Gentian
  • Parry's Gentian

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Description

Frasera parryi (also called Parry's Green-gentian, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to western North America, and is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Frasera parryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Frasera parryi has yellow-green flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Frasera parryi is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the root clumps. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade, and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and heat.

Where to Find Frasera parryi

Frasera parryi can be found in the western United States, primarily in the Rocky Mountains.

Frasera parryi FAQ

What are the common names of Frasera parryi?

Parry's Green Gentian

What is the natural habitat of Frasera parryi?

Dry, open habitats

What is the average height of Frasera parryi?

Up to 1.2 m

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

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