Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
35815

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Greenm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 34: 543 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035144



Common Names

  • Verbesina nana
  • Dwarf White Crownbeard
  • Nano White Crownbeard


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Synonyms

  • Ximenesia nana (A.Gray) Shinners [unknown]
  • Ximenesia encelioides nana A.Gray [unknown]
  • Ximenesia encelioides cana DC. [unknown]
  • Wootonella nana Standl. [unknown]

Description

Verbesina nana (also called Dwarf Verbesina, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower head. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina nana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbesina nana has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina nana is a perennial herb that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Verbesina nana

Verbesina nana can be found in dry, open woods and prairies in the eastern United States.

Verbesina nana FAQ

What type of plant is Verbesina nana?

Verbesina nana is an annual plant.

What is the ideal temperature for Verbesina nana?

Verbesina nana prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (16-24°C).

How often should Verbesina nana be watered?

Verbesina nana should be watered every 1-2 weeks, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

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-133991: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.