Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
80817

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.E.Fr.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73(2): 68 (1992): (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080146



Common Names

  • Vernonanthura amplexicaulis
  • Vernonanthura
  • Amplexicaulis


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Synonyms

  • Vernonanthura canaminina (Gleason) H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Vernonia amplexicaulis R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Vernonia canaminina Gleason [unknown]

Description

Vernonanthura amplexicaulis (also called Amplexicaul Vernonanthura, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a short stem with yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonanthura amplexicaulis is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonanthura amplexicaulis has yellow flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonanthura amplexicaulis is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Vernonanthura amplexicaulis

Vernonanthura amplexicaulis is native to the Andes Mountains in South America, from Venezuela to northern Chile and Argentina. It can be found in open grasslands and rocky slopes.

Vernonanthura amplexicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonanthura amplexicaulis?

Vernonanthura amplexicaulis

What is the common name of Vernonanthura amplexicaulis?

Vernon's sunflower

Where is Vernonanthura amplexicaulis native to?

Mexico

Species in the Vernonanthura genus

Vernonanthura lucida, Vernonanthura sambrayana, Vernonanthura phaeoneura, Vernonanthura fuertesii, Vernonanthura sinclairii, Vernonanthura almedae, Vernonanthura membranacea, Vernonanthura hieracioides, Vernonanthura divaricata, Vernonanthura phosphorica, Vernonanthura squamulosa, Vernonanthura subverticillata, Vernonanthura cronquistii, Vernonanthura liatroides, Vernonanthura cuneifolia, Vernonanthura westiniana, Vernonanthura beyrichii, Vernonanthura puberula, Vernonanthura loretensis, Vernonanthura cichoriifolia, Vernonanthura cymosa, Vernonanthura fagifolia, Vernonanthura prenanthoides, Vernonanthura oligolepis, Vernonanthura laxa, Vernonanthura cabralensis, Vernonanthura chaquensis, Vernonanthura schulziana, Vernonanthura pinguis, Vernonanthura havanensis, Vernonanthura vinhae, Vernonanthura menthaefolia, Vernonanthura pseudonudiflora, Vernonanthura cordata, Vernonanthura ignobilis, Vernonanthura tuerckheimii, Vernonanthura buxifolia, Vernonanthura hintoniorum, Vernonanthura membranacea, Vernonanthura phosphorica, Vernonanthura cupularis, Vernonanthura petiolaris, Vernonanthura warmingiana, Vernonanthura lipeoensis, Vernonanthura paludosa, Vernonanthura serratuloides, Vernonanthura brasiliana, Vernonanthura tweedieana, Vernonanthura oligactoides, Vernonanthura discolor,

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.