Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pinguis
ID:
35494

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034823



Common Names

  • Vernonanthura pinguis
  • Fleshy Vernonanthura
  • Fleshy Vernonanthura Plant


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Description

Vernonanthura pinguis (also called 'Soft-Leaved Vernonanthura', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Argentina and Uruguay. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, erect stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It grows in moist, open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonanthura pinguis has been used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonanthura pinguis is a small yellow-green flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonanthura pinguis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best to water during dry periods and to fertilize in spring and summer.

Where to Find Vernonanthura pinguis

Vernonanthura pinguis is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in open areas such as grasslands and savannas.

Vernonanthura pinguis FAQ

What are the common names of Vernonanthura pinguis?

Common names of Vernonanthura pinguis include Pinguis Daisy and Pinguis Daisybush

What is the growth habit of Vernonanthura pinguis?

Vernonanthura pinguis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide

What is the soil requirement of Vernonanthura pinguis?

Vernonanthura pinguis prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade

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-133680: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.