Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caymanensis
ID:
78668

Status:
valid

Authors:
Proctor

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Sloanea 1: 4 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077997



Common Names

  • Cayman Verbesina
  • Cayman Island Verbesina
  • Cayman White Crownbeard


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Description

Verbesina caymanensis (also called 'Cayman Verbesina', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and yellow flowers. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina caymanensis is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is native to the Caribbean and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbesina caymanensis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval shaped leaves and yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina caymanensis is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed or division in spring. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in poor soils.

Where to Find Verbesina caymanensis

Verbesina caymanensis is a species of flowering plant found in the Caribbean region.

Verbesina caymanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina caymanensis?

Verbesina caymanensis

What is the natural habitat of Verbesina caymanensis?

Verbesina caymanensis is native to the Caribbean region.

What are the common uses of Verbesina caymanensis?

Verbesina caymanensis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.

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,

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