Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laevifolia
ID:
63180

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 20: 540, pl. 47 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062509



Common Names

  • Verbesina laevifolia
  • Smoothleaf Verbesina
  • Smooth Verbesina


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Description

Verbesina laevifolia (also called Verbesina laevifolia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in open areas, disturbed sites, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina laevifolia is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. The leaves of this plant can be used to make a herbal tea, which is said to have a calming effect.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbesina laevifolia is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are short and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina laevifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be about 4-6 inches long and should be planted in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are well-rooted. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until they germinate. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Verbesina laevifolia

Verbesina laevifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Verbesina laevifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina laevifolia?

Verbesina laevifolia

What is the natural habitat of Verbesina laevifolia?

Dry, rocky slopes and cliffs in Mexico

What is the flowering season of Verbesina laevifolia?

Summer

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-1951: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.