Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
128431

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 901 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127760



Common Names

  • Winged Verbesina
  • Wingstem
  • Wingstem Verbesina


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Synonyms

  • Tepion alatum Britton ex P.Wilson [unknown]
  • Hamulium alatum Cass. [unknown]
  • Tepion alatum Britton [unknown]
  • Verbesina alata hispida Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Verbesina alata (also called Wingstem, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to North America, and is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, grasslands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina alata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, as well as providing food and shelter for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbesina alata is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina alata is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Verbesina alata

Verbesina alata can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Verbesina alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina alata?

Verbesina alata

What is the common name of Verbesina alata?

Wingstem

What type of plant is Verbesina alata?

Herbaceous annual

Species in the Verbesina genus

Verbesina synethes, Verbesina cymbipalea, Verbesina linearis, Verbesina teotepecana, Verbesina platanarana, Verbesina machucana, Verbesina propinqua, Verbesina ortegae, Verbesina hispida, Verbesina lundellii, Verbesina peruviana, Verbesina nelsonii, Verbesina bolanosana, Verbesina liebmannii, Verbesina lehmannii, Verbesina platyptera, Verbesina walteri, Verbesina discoidea, Verbesina heterophylla, Verbesina macbridei, Verbesina angustifolia, Verbesina microcarpa, Verbesina pallens, Verbesina longifolia, Verbesina rhomboidea, Verbesina chilapana, Verbesina barrancae, Verbesina hypoglauca, Verbesina blakeana, Verbesina centroboyacana, Verbesina villaregalis, Verbesina oligactis, Verbesina nayaritensis, Verbesina eperetma, Verbesina grayi, Verbesina acuminata, Verbesina barclayae, Verbesina alternifolia, Verbesina leucactinota, Verbesina reyesii, Verbesina robinsonii, Verbesina schaffneri, Verbesina kingii, Verbesina dentata, Verbesina ricacosta, Verbesina contumacensis, Verbesina holwayi, Verbesina richardsonii, Verbesina minarum, Verbesina plowmanii,

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