Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petzalensis
ID:
36588

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 23: 147 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035917



Common Names

  • Verbesina
  • Petzalensis
  • Petzalensis Daisy


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Description

Verbesina petzalensis (also called Petzal Verbesina, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of up to 1.5 meters and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina petzalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbesina petzalensis is a yellow-green color with a single head on each stem. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina petzalensis is an herbaceous perennial native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels.

Where to Find Verbesina petzalensis

Verbesina petzalensis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas such as roadsides and disturbed areas.

Verbesina petzalensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Verbesina petzalensis?

Verbesina petzalensis is native to Mexico and Central America.

What is the growth habit of Verbesina petzalensis?

Verbesina petzalensis is an annual or perennial herb with erect stems.

What is the flower color of Verbesina petzalensis?

Verbesina petzalensis has yellow flowers.

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-134737: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.