Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barclayae
ID:
12029

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 456 (-467) (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011358



Common Names

  • Verbesina barclayae
  • Barclay's Verbesina
  • Barclay's Crownbeard


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Description

Verbesina barclayae (also called 'Barclay's Verbesina', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to California. It grows up to 1 m in height and has small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in scrubland and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina barclayae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a natural remedy for skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbesina barclayae is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina barclayae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA zones 7-10.

Where to Find Verbesina barclayae

Verbesina barclayae is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the Bahamas, Cuba, and Jamaica.

Verbesina barclayae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina barclayae?

Verbesina barclayae

What is the common name of Verbesina barclayae?

Barclay's Verbesina

What is the natural habitat of Verbesina barclayae?

Dry, sandy soils in open areas

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,