Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microptera
ID:
72236

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 616 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071565



Common Names

  • Verbesina microptera
  • Verbesina
  • Microptera


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Description

Verbesina microptera (also called small-winged verbesina, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North and South America. It grows to a height of up to 1.5 m (5 ft) and has yellow flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina microptera is a plant native to Central and South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbesina microptera has yellow flowers that are arranged in a corymb. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are hairy and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina microptera is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers a well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Verbesina microptera

Verbesina microptera is native to Central and South America and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and savannas.

Verbesina microptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina microptera?

Verbesina microptera

What is the common name of Verbesina microptera?

Small-winged verbesina

What is the habitat of Verbesina microptera?

Verbesina microptera is found in dry, open areas in the southwestern United States and northern 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,

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