Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
teotepecana
ID:
2337

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 296 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001666



Common Names

  • Verbesina teotepecana
  • Teotepec Verbesina
  • Teotepec False Sunflower


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Description

Verbesina teotepecana (also called Teotepec Verbesina, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is characterized by its small, yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina teotepecana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbesina teotepecana is a yellow-orange color and has a star-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina teotepecana is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Verbesina teotepecana

Verbesina teotepecana is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Verbesina teotepecana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina teotepecana?

Verbesina teotepecana

What is the natural habitat of Verbesina teotepecana?

Verbesina teotepecana is native to the Tehuacan Valley of Mexico.

What is the growth habit of Verbesina teotepecana?

Verbesina teotepecana is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height.

What is the flowering period of Verbesina teotepecana?

Verbesina teotepecana flowers from April to June.

What is the soil type preferred by Verbesina teotepecana?

Verbesina teotepecana prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

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-10161: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.