Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 188 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096762
Common Names
- Long-stalked Verbesina
- Long-stalked Crownbeard
- Long-stalked Golden Aster
Description
Verbesina longipes (also called Long-stalked Verbesina, Long-stalked Crownbeard, and Long-stalked White Crownbeard, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the United States, and is commonly found in disturbed areas, grasslands, and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Verbesina longipes is a perennial plant that is used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive yellow flowers and is drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for dry climates. It is also used medicinally to treat skin infections and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Verbesina longipes is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of lobed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Verbesina longipes is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division of the root clump. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and moderately salt-tolerant.
Where to Find Verbesina longipes
Verbesina longipes is native to South America and can be found in dry and semi-arid areas.
Verbesina longipes FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Verbesina longipes?
Verbesina longipes prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
What is the lifespan of Verbesina longipes?
Verbesina longipes is a short-lived perennial, typically lasting 2-3 years.
What is the best way to propagate Verbesina longipes?
Verbesina longipes can be propagated by seed or division.
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,