Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
veronicifolia
ID:
90948

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 85. 1852 [Mar 1852] ; alt. title: Pl. Wright. 1: 85. Mar 1852.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090277



Common Names

  • Brickellia veronicifolia
  • Veronica-Leaf Brickellbush
  • Veronica-Leaf Brickellia


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Synonyms

  • Brickellia petrophila B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium veronicifolium Kunth [unknown]
  • Eupatorium veronicaefolium Kunth [unknown]
  • Bulbostylis veronicaefolia (Kunth) DC. [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus galeottii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Brickellia veronicifolia petrophila B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Brickellia galeottii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Brickellia veronicifolia umbratilis (B.L.Rob.) B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus veronicifolius petrophilus S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Brickellia veronicifolia senilis B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Brickellia veronicifolia veronicifolia [unknown]
  • Brickellia petrophila umbratilis B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Bulbostylis veronicifolia (Kunth) DC. [unknown]
  • Coleosanthus veronicifolius Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Brickellia veronicifolia (also called False Boneset, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Americas. It has white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Brickellia veronicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Brickellia veronicifolia are small, yellow, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brickellia veronicifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Brickellia veronicifolia requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought and frost.

Where to Find Brickellia veronicifolia

Brickellia veronicifolia is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Brickellia veronicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brickellia veronicifolia?

Brickellia veronicifolia

What is the family of Brickellia veronicifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Brickellia veronicifolia?

Veronica-leaved Brickellbush

Species in the Brickellia genus

Brickellia secundiflora, Brickellia scoparia, Brickellia longifolia, Brickellia multiflora, Brickellia pendula, Brickellia lewisii, Brickellia spinulosa, Brickellia worthingtonii, Brickellia incana, Brickellia hymenochlaena, Brickellia coahuilensis, Brickellia knappiana, Brickellia desertorum, Brickellia gentryi, Brickellia lemmonii, Brickellia laccata, Brickellia oliganthes, Brickellia simplex, Brickellia coulteri, Brickellia glandulosa, Brickellia squarrosa, Brickellia grandiflora, Brickellia dentata, Brickellia problematica, Brickellia amplexicaulis, Brickellia microphylla, Brickellia cordifolia, Brickellia villarrealii, Brickellia peninsularis, Brickellia venosa, Brickellia palmeri, Brickellia seemannii, Brickellia parvula, Brickellia laxiflora, Brickellia chenopodina, Brickellia vollmeri, Brickellia robinsoniana, Brickellia cardiophylla, Brickellia megaphylla, Brickellia eupatorioides, Brickellia veronicaefolia, Brickellia glomerata, Brickellia betonicaefolia, Brickellia rhomboidea, Brickellia leonensis, Brickellia cuspidata, Brickellia scabra, Brickellia californica, Brickellia wendtii, Brickellia floribunda,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-46564: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.