Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
116406

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Greenm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 34: 550 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115735



Common Names

  • Verbesina
  • Golden Crownbeard
  • Yellow Crownbeard


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Synonyms

  • Verbesina guatemalensis guatemalensis [unknown]

Description

Verbesina guatemalensis (also called Guatemalan Crownbeard, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It has yellow, daisy-like flower heads and hairy, grey-green leaves. It is native to Central America and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina guatemalensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Verbesina guatemalensis var. glabrata Standl. & Steyerm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbesina guatemalensis has yellow daisy-like flowers. Its seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina guatemalensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seeds or stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a neat and tidy shape.

Where to Find Verbesina guatemalensis

Verbesina guatemalensis is native to Mexico and Central America.

Verbesina guatemalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina guatemalensis?

Verbesina guatemalensis

What is the common name of Verbesina guatemalensis?

Guatemalan Verbesina

Where does Verbesina guatemalensis grow?

It grows in the mountains of Guatemala and Mexico

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-77173: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.