Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
4357

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Greenm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 32: 46 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003686



Common Names

  • Nelson's Verbesina
  • Nelson's Crownbeard
  • Verbesina Nelsonii


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Description

Verbesina nelsonii (also called 'Nelson's Horseweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina nelsonii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbesina nelsonii has yellow daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina nelsonii is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Verbesina nelsonii

Verbesina nelsonii can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Verbesina nelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina nelsonii?

Verbesina nelsonii

What is the common name of Verbesina nelsonii?

Nelson's Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Verbesina nelsonii?

Verbesina nelsonii is native to the southeastern United States, where it grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and prairies.

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-103561: 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.