Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subdiscoidea
ID:
21697

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toledo

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo n.s., form. maior, 1: 97. 1942

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021026



Common Names

  • Verbesina subdiscoidea
  • Subdiscoidea Verbesina
  • Subdiscoidea


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Description

Verbesina subdiscoidea (also called Subdisk-leaved Verbesina, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina subdiscoidea is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbesina subdiscoidea is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are thin and short with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina subdiscoidea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be cultivated in a variety of soils, including clay, loam, and sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Verbesina subdiscoidea

Verbesina subdiscoidea can be found in the United States, including Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Verbesina subdiscoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina subdiscoidea?

Verbesina subdiscoidea

What type of plant is Verbesina subdiscoidea?

Herb

Where is Verbesina subdiscoidea found?

Central and South America

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