Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virgatum
ID:
19263

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 268 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018592



Common Names

  • Anaxeton virgatum
  • Virgate Anaxeton
  • Virgate Snakeweed


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Description

Anaxeton virgatum (also called Virgin's Bower, among many other common names) is a perennial woody vine native to North America. It is a climbing vine with compound leaves and white or yellow flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils and is often used as a garden ornamental.

Uses & Benefits

Anaxeton virgatum is a shrub that is often used as a hedge or windbreak. It can also be used as a decorative plant in gardens. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anaxeton virgatum has small, yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaxeton virgatum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame or in pots in a greenhouse. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Anaxeton virgatum

Anaxeton virgatum is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in the wild in Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.

Anaxeton virgatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaxeton virgatum?

Anaxeton virgatum

What is the common name of Anaxeton virgatum?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Anaxeton virgatum?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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,