Flaveria chlorifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chlorifolia
ID:
129257
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts n.s., 4: 88. 1849 [10 Feb 1849] ; =Plantae Fendlerianae
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128586
Common Names
- Flaveria
- Yellowtop
- Coastal Plains Weed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Flaveria chlorifolia (also called Green-flowered Flaveria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It typically grows to a height of 0.5–2 m, and has linear leaves with a length of 2–10 cm. The plant is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, roadsides and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Flaveria chlorifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and also as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Flaveria chlorifolia is yellow and has a large head with many florets. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, slender and have a single, long stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Flaveria chlorifolia is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize monthly. Propagation can also be done by cuttings taken from the stems or by division of the root clump.
Where to Find Flaveria chlorifolia
Flaveria chlorifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Flaveria chlorifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Flaveria chlorifolia?
Flaveria chlorifolia
What are the common names of Flaveria chlorifolia?
Green Flaveria
What is the natural habitat of Flaveria chlorifolia?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Flaveria genus
Flaveria vaginata, Flaveria mcdougallii, Flaveria oppositifolia, Flaveria cronquistii, Flaveria anomala, Flaveria haumanii, Flaveria linearis, Flaveria pringlei, Flaveria bidentis, Flaveria trinervia, Flaveria ramosissima, Flaveria pubescens, Flaveria angustifolia, Flaveria floridana, Flaveria angustifolia, Flaveria robusta, Flaveria palmeri, Flaveria kochiana, Flaveria campestris, Flaveria brownii, Flaveria chlorifolia, Flaveria sonorensis,
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-89560: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.