Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptochaeta
ID:
36560

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 21: 389. 1886

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035889



Common Names

  • Leptochaeta Verbesina
  • Verbesina Leptochaeta
  • Verbesina Leptochaeta Plant


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Description

Verbesina leptochaeta (also called Small-headed Verbesina, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the tropical Americas. It grows in moist habitats, such as along riverbanks, and can reach up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina leptochaeta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Verbesina leptochaeta has yellow-orange daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina leptochaeta is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Verbesina leptochaeta

Verbesina leptochaeta is native to South America and can be found in mountain forests and grasslands.

Verbesina leptochaeta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina leptochaeta?

Verbesina leptochaeta

What is the family of Verbesina leptochaeta?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Verbesina leptochaeta?

Slenderleaf Verbesina

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-134710: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.