Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maculata
ID:
134804

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 49: 374 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134133



Common Names

  • Spotted viguiera
  • Spotted golden-eye
  • Spotted sunflower


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Description

Viguiera maculata (also called Spotted Viguiera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry, open habitats. It has yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Viguiera maculata is an ornamental plant that is drought tolerant and can be used in rock gardens or as a ground cover. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin ailments and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viguiera maculata has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viguiera maculata is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Viguiera maculata

Viguiera maculata can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Viguiera maculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viguiera maculata?

Viguiera maculata

What is the natural habitat of Viguiera maculata?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of South America.

What is the flowering period of Viguiera maculata?

It flowers from July to October.

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-94930: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.