Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pterocaula
ID:
86682

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 616 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086011



Common Names

  • Pterocaul Verbesina
  • Wing-Stem Verbesina
  • Verbesina Pterocaula


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Description

Verbesina pterocaula (also called Wing-Stem Crownbeard, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers, and grows in dry, open areas, such as roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina pterocaula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbesina pterocaula is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender, with a single, unbranched stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina pterocaula is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Verbesina pterocaula

Verbesina pterocaula is native to South America and can be found in areas with dry, sunny climates. It is commonly found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Verbesina pterocaula FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Verbesina pterocaula?

Verbesina pterocaula prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

What is the best way to propagate Verbesina pterocaula?

Verbesina pterocaula can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

How often should Verbesina pterocaula be watered?

Verbesina pterocaula should be watered regularly, but allow 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,