Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cinerascens
ID:
81748

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 231 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081077



Common Names

  • Cinerascens Daisy
  • Cinerascens Sunray
  • Cinerascens Daisy-Sunray


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia luederitziana O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Vernonia tephrodoides Chiov. [unknown]
  • Vernonia cinerascens Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Orbivestus cinerascens (also called the gray orbivestus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of up to 1 meter. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and is found in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Orbivestus cinerascens is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and lawns.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orbivestus cinerascens is a small white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orbivestus cinerascens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and should be fertilized once a month during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant compact and to encourage flowering.

Where to Find Orbivestus cinerascens

Orbivestus cinerascens is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Orbivestus cinerascens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orbivestus cinerascens?

Orbivestus cinerascens

What is the common name of Orbivestus cinerascens?

Gray Orbivestus

What is the habitat of Orbivestus cinerascens?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas

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-37633: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.