Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vernonioides
ID:
134763

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schweinf.) M.G.Gilbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 43(2): 187 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134092



Common Names

  • Vernon's Ethulia
  • Ethulia
  • Vernonioides


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Description

Ethulia vernonioides (also called Vernonioides Ethulia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and its lance-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Ethulia vernonioides is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and to reduce inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ethulia vernonioides sub. vernonioides
Ethulia vernonioides sub. mufindiensis M.G.Gilbert

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ethulia vernonioides is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ethulia vernonioides is an annual plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can tolerate some drought. Propagate by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ethulia vernonioides

Ethulia vernonioides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Ethulia vernonioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ethulia vernonioides?

Ethulia vernonioides

What is the common name of Ethulia vernonioides?

Vernonioides Ethulia

What is the family of Ethulia vernonioides?

Asteraceae

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-94890: Based on the initial data import
Georg August Schweinfurth (1836-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.