Status:
valid
Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73(2): 73 (1992): (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026639
Common Names
- Vernonanthura puberula
- Puberula Vernonanthura
- Puberula Daisy
Description
Vernonanthura puberula (also called hairy vernonanthura, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has small, yellow flower heads and hairy leaves. It is found in disturbed areas, meadows, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Vernonanthura puberula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vernonanthura puberula has small, yellow flowers with a black center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vernonanthura puberula is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.
Where to Find Vernonanthura puberula
Vernonanthura puberula can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, such as Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Vernonanthura puberula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernonanthura puberula?
Vernonanthura puberula
What is the common name of Vernonanthura puberula?
Hairy Vernonanthura
What is the natural habitat of Vernonanthura puberula?
It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
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,