Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
killipii
ID:
43575

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 44: 82 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042904



Common Names

  • Killip's Verbesina
  • Verbesina killipii
  • Killip's Crownbeard


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Description

Verbesina killipii (also called Killip's Crownbeard, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of 1 m and has yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina killipii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbesina killipii is a yellow-orange disc floret with a white center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina killipii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Verbesina killipii

Verbesina killipii is native to Central America and can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Verbesina killipii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina killipii?

Verbesina killipii

What is the family of Verbesina killipii?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Verbesina killipii?

Grasslands and scrublands

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-141505: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.