Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vernicosa
ID:
70997

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brandegee) W.D.Clark

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Madroño 26: 115 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070326



Common Names

  • Hazardia
  • Vernicosa Broom
  • California Broom


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Synonyms

  • Haplopappus vernicosus Brandegee [unknown]

Description

Hazardia vernicosa (also called Shiny-leaved Hazardia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with yellow flowers that grows in California and Oregon. It is found in chaparral, woodlands, and coastal sage scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Hazardia vernicosa is used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hazardia vernicosa is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hazardia vernicosa is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated from cuttings in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Hazardia vernicosa

Hazardia vernicosa is native to western North America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and canyons.

Hazardia vernicosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hazardia vernicosa?

Hazardia vernicosa

What is the common name of Hazardia vernicosa?

Varnish bush

What is the family of Hazardia vernicosa?

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-27130: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
W. Dennis Clark (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Clark' in the authors string.