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Description
Parrya Nudicaulis, commonly known as Nakedstem Parrya, is a wildflower species native to the Arctic and mountainous regions of North America. It belongs to the Brassicaceae family and is a biennial or perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. The plant has a single stem, which is hairless and has a reddish tinge at the base. The leaves are basal and have a rounded shape with toothed edges. The flowers are small and white, with four petals that form a cross shape. The plant blooms in the late spring to early summer.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Kingdom | Phylum | Class | Order | Family | Genus ||——–|———|——–|——-|——-|——–|——-|| Eukarya | Plantae | Spermatophyta | Magnoliopsida | Brassicales | Brassicaceae | Parrya |
Appearance
Parrya Nudicaulis is an attractive wildflower that thrives in cold and arid environments. Its stem is hairless and has a reddish tinge at the base. The basal leaves are rounded with toothed edges and are green or slightly purplish. The flowers are small and white, with four petals that form a cross shape. The plant blooms in the late spring to early summer. The fruits are long and slender seed pods that contain several small seeds.
Care Guide
Parrya Nudicaulis is a hardy plant that requires minimal care. It prefers a well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. The plant should be watered regularly, but it can tolerate drought conditions. Fertilization should be done once a year in the spring using a balanced fertilizer. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate temperatures as low as -30°C. It grows best in hardiness zones 2-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Parrya Nudicaulis is not susceptible to many pests and diseases. However, it can be susceptible to aphids, which can be controlled by spraying with insecticidal soap. The plant can also be affected by fungal diseases such as powdery mildew, which can be treated by removing the affected parts and spraying with fungicide.
Habitat
Parrya Nudicaulis is native to the Arctic and mountainous regions of North America. It can be found in subalpine and alpine meadows, rocky slopes, and talus fields. The plant prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate cold temperatures and drought conditions.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Parrya Nudicaulis a perennial or biennial plant?
A: Parrya Nudicaulis can be either a biennial or perennial plant.
Q: What type of soil does Parrya Nudicaulis prefer?
A: Parrya Nudicaulis prefers a well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Parrya Nudicaulis?
A: Parrya Nudicaulis grows best in hardiness zones 2-8.
Q: What pests can affect Parrya Nudicaulis?
A: Parrya Nudicaulis can be affected by aphids.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Parrya Nudicaulis:- Arabis alpina- Draba aurea- Erysimum capitatum- Saxifraga oppositifolia- Silene acaulis
References
– “Parrya nudicaulis”. Flora of North America.- “Parrya nudicaulis”. USDA NRCS Plant Database.
