Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scabrida
ID:
71320

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rzed.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Ciencia (Mexico) 28(2): 54 (-55), fig. 5 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070649



Common Names

  • Verbesina scabrida
  • Rough-Leaved Verbesina
  • Rough-Leaved Crownbeard


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Synonyms

  • Verbesina costata J.J.Fay [unknown]

Description

Verbesina scabrida (also called Roughleaf Verbesina, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It typically grows to a height of 10–30 cm and has a basal rosette of leaves. The flowers are yellow and are arranged in a solitary head. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina scabrida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower which is often used in flower arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbesina scabrida is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, hairy stem and two opposite, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina scabrida is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division of the established plants in early spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in early spring and the seedlings transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Verbesina scabrida

Verbesina scabrida is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Verbesina scabrida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina scabrida?

Verbesina scabrida

What is the common name of Verbesina scabrida?

Scabrid verbesina

What is the habitat of Verbesina scabrida?

Verbesina scabrida is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and chaparral.

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-27450: Based on the initial data import
Jerzy Rzedowski (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rzed.' in the authors string.