Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 385 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036404
Common Names
- Ayapanopsis Vargasii
- Vargas' Ayapanopsis
- Vargas' Ragweed
Description
Ayapanopsis vargasii (also called Vargas' Ayapanopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It has a single stem that grows up to 1 meter tall, with yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Ayapanopsis vargasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ayapanopsis vargasii is a small, yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single set of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ayapanopsis vargasii is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed in autumn. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings in summer.
Where to Find Ayapanopsis vargasii
Ayapanopsis vargasii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.
Ayapanopsis vargasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ayapanopsis vargasii?
Ayapanopsis vargasii
What is the common name of Ayapanopsis vargasii?
Vargas' ayapanopsis
What is the natural habitat of Ayapanopsis vargasii?
Ayapanopsis vargasii is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.
Species in the Ayapanopsis genus
Ayapanopsis wurdackiana,
Ayapanopsis cuchabensis,
Ayapanopsis ferreyrae,
Ayapanopsis vargasii,
Ayapanopsis latipaniculata,
Ayapanopsis esperanzae,
Ayapanopsis thermarum,
Ayapanopsis wurdackii,
Ayapanopsis adenophora,
Ayapanopsis ferreyrii,
Ayapanopsis mathewsii,
Ayapanopsis tucumanensis,
Ayapanopsis beckii,
Ayapanopsis triosteifolia,
Ayapanopsis tarapotensis,
Ayapanopsis andina,
Ayapanopsis luteynii,
Ayapanopsis oblongifolia,
Ayapanopsis euphyes,
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,