Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alcabrerae
ID:
129161

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rzed.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 19: 53 (-55), fig (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128490



Common Names

  • Verbesina alcabrerae
  • Alcabrera's Verbesina
  • Alcabrera's False Daisy


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Description

Verbesina alcabrerae (also called White Crownbeard, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry, open areas such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina alcabrerae is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbesina alcabrerae has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina alcabrerae is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and lightly covered. Division of the clumps can be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Verbesina alcabrerae

Verbesina alcabrerae can be found in the Canary Islands and Madeira.

Verbesina alcabrerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina alcabrerae?

Verbesina alcabrerae

What type of plant is Verbesina alcabrerae?

Herb

Where does Verbesina alcabrerae grow?

Mexico

What is the natural habitat of Verbesina alcabrerae?

Grassy slopes and meadows

What is the average height of Verbesina alcabrerae?

30-90 cm

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-89471: Based on the initial data import
Jerzy Rzedowski (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rzed.' in the authors string.