Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sophiaefolia
ID:
55539

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 21: 397 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000054868



Common Names

  • Sophiaefolia Eupatorina
  • Eupatorina Sophiaefolia
  • Sophiaefolia's Eupatorina


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Description

Eupatorina sophiaefolia (also called Sophia's Eupatorina, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in moist forests, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Eupatorina sophiaefolia is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eupatorina sophiaefolia has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eupatorina sophiaefolia is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It is easily propagated by seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and moderate water. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Eupatorina sophiaefolia

Eupatorina sophiaefolia is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Eupatorina sophiaefolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eupatorina sophiaefolia?

Eupatorina sophiaefolia

What is the natural habitat of Eupatorina sophiaefolia?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What are the common uses of Eupatorina sophiaefolia?

Medicinal, ornamental, and fodder

Species in the Eupatorina genus

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-153493: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.