Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lipeoensis
ID:
62057

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 78(5): 385 (1995): (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061386



Common Names

  • Lipeo Daisy
  • Lipeo Sunray
  • Lipeo Vernonanthura


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Synonyms

  • Vernonanthura nebularum (Cabrera) H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Vernonia nebularum Cabrera [unknown]
  • Vernonia lipeoensis Cabrera [unknown]

Description

Vernonanthura lipeoensis (also called Lipeo Vernonanthura, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It has an upright, rounded growth habit with light green foliage and small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonanthura lipeoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonanthura lipeoensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings are thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonanthura lipeoensis is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Vernonanthura lipeoensis

Vernonanthura lipeoensis is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in dry and rocky areas.

Vernonanthura lipeoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonanthura lipeoensis?

Vernonanthura lipeoensis

What is the common name of Vernonanthura lipeoensis?

Lipeo Vernonanthura

What is the natural habitat of Vernonanthura lipeoensis?

It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

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.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.