Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
walteri
ID:
5615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Shinners

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Sida 1: 253 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004944



Common Names

  • Verbesina walteri
  • Walter's Crownbeard
  • Walter's Verbesina


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Synonyms

  • Athanasia paniculata Walter [unknown]
  • Actinomeris alba Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Ridan paniculata (Walter) Small [unknown]
  • Verbesina paniculata A.Heller [unknown]

Description

Verbesina walteri (also called Walter's Verbesina, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa, typically found in dry, rocky areas. It has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and a white halo, and its leaves are dark green and lanceolate.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina walteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces yellow flowers in the summer. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and gastrointestinal disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Verbesina walteri is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina walteri is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring and should be kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Verbesina walteri

Verbesina walteri can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Verbesina walteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbesina walteri?

Verbesina walteri

What is the common name of Verbesina walteri?

Walter's Crownbeard

What is the natural habitat of Verbesina walteri?

Verbesina walteri is found in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas.

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