Flaveria oppositifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oppositifolia
ID:
20745
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rydb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 34(2): 146 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020074
Common Names
- Oppositifolia Flaveria
- Oppositifolia Daisy-bush
- Oppositifolia Olearia
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- Flaveria longifolia A.Gray [unknown]
- Flaveria longifolia longifolia [unknown]
- Gymnosperma oppositifolium DC. [unknown]
Description
Flaveria oppositifolia (also called Oppositeleaf Yellowtops, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It grows in dry, open areas, such as meadows, grasslands, and sandy soils. It has yellow flower heads and opposite, lance-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Flaveria oppositifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flaveria oppositifolia has yellow flowers that are around 1 inch in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have lance-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Flaveria oppositifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil in the spring or fall. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet. Division can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Flaveria oppositifolia
Flaveria oppositifolia is found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.
Flaveria oppositifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Flaveria oppositifolia?
Flaveria oppositifolia
What is the common name of Flaveria oppositifolia?
Oppositeleaf Yellowtops
What is the family of Flaveria oppositifolia?
Asteraceae
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-119408: Based on the initial data import
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.