Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vargasii
ID:
92097

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 29(3): 261. 1974

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091426



Common Names

  • Vargas' Guevaria
  • Vargas' Daisy
  • Vargas' Sunflower


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Synonyms

  • Piqueria vargasii I.C.Chung [unknown]

Description

Guevaria vargasii (also called Vargas' Guevara, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Guevaria vargasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guevaria vargasii has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, wiry stems with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guevaria vargasii is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Guevaria vargasii

Guevaria vargasii is native to Peru and can be found in moist, grassy areas.

Guevaria vargasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guevaria vargasii?

Guevaria vargasii

What is the family of Guevaria vargasii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Guevaria vargasii?

Vargas' Guevaria

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-47693: Based on the initial data import
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.