Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cocleana
ID:
123157

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.C.Keeley) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73: 69. 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122486



Common Names

  • Cocle Daisy
  • Vernonanthura cocleana
  • Cocle Daisy Bush


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia cocleana S.C.Keeley [unknown]
  • Vernonia cocleana Keeley [unknown]

Description

Vernonanthura cocleana (also called Vernonanthura cocleana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central America. It is an annual herb with small white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in open, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonanthura cocleana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also known to attract bees and other pollinators to the garden. The leaves of this plant can also be used as a herbal tea for its calming effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonanthura cocleana is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonanthura cocleana is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position in the garden, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Vernonanthura cocleana

Vernonanthura cocleana is found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Vernonanthura cocleana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonanthura cocleana?

Vernonanthura cocleana

What is the common name of Vernonanthura cocleana?

Cocle Vernonanthura

What is the natural habitat of Vernonanthura cocleana?

Grasslands of Central America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-83653: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Sterling C. Keeley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Keeley' in the authors string.