Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oncophora
ID:
62235

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Seaton

Source:
gcc

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 28: 109 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061564



Common Names

  • Wingstem
  • Golden Crownbeard
  • Oncophora


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Synonyms

  • Verbesina oncophora oncophora [unknown]
  • Verbesina oncophora subhamata McVaugh [deprecated]

Description

Verbesina oncophora (also called Golden Crownbeard, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open woodlands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina oncophora is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbesina oncophora is yellow, with multiple yellow petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina oncophora is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-21°C. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The clumps should be divided and replanted in the soil.

Where to Find Verbesina oncophora

Verbesina oncophora is native to the southern United States, where it is found in dry, sandy soils.

Verbesina oncophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina oncophora?

Verbesina oncophora

What are the common names of Verbesina oncophora?

Golden crownbeard, Golden crownbeard

What is the habitat of Verbesina oncophora?

Open woods, roadsides, and disturbed areas

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-1859: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Henry Eliason Seaton (1869-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seaton' in the authors string.