Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anchusaefolia
ID:
36687

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. (Martius) 6(3): 222 1884

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036016



Common Names

  • Viguiera anchusaefolia
  • Anchusa-leaved Viguiera
  • Anchusaefolia Viguiera


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Description

Viguiera anchusaefolia (also called 'Golden Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Viguiera anchusaefolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Viguiera anchusaefolia is a bright yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viguiera anchusaefolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and dry soil. It can be grown from seed sown in spring or autumn and can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Viguiera anchusaefolia

Viguiera anchusaefolia is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, lowland forests and along riverbanks.

Viguiera anchusaefolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viguiera anchusaefolia?

Viguiera anchusaefolia

What is the family of Viguiera anchusaefolia?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Viguiera anchusaefolia?

Bush Sunflower

Species in the Viguiera genus

Viguiera benzorium, Viguiera dentata, Viguiera hassleriana, Viguiera mima, Viguiera orientalis, Viguiera simulans, Viguiera truxillensis, Viguiera pinnatilobata, Viguiera tepoxtlensis, Viguiera anchusaefolia, Viguiera parkinsonii, Viguiera santacatarinense, Viguiera ensifolia, Viguiera aspiliodies, Viguiera cornifolia, Viguiera spooneri, Viguiera leptodonta, Viguiera hypochlora, Viguiera reyrobinsonii, Viguiera flava, Viguiera drymonia, Viguiera funkiae, Viguiera paranensis, Viguiera latibracteata, Viguiera weberbaueri, Viguiera grammatoglossa, Viguiera szyszylowiczii, Viguiera pazensis, Viguiera corumbensis, Viguiera revoluta, Viguiera oligantha, Viguiera megapotamica, Viguiera davilae, Viguiera goebelii, Viguiera buddleiiformis, Viguiera maculata, Viguiera sultepecana, Viguiera microphylla, Viguiera paneroana, Viguiera moreliana,

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-134831: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.