Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
attenuata
ID:
83266

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 72(5): 391 (1992): (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082595



Common Names

  • Slender Wedelia
  • Slenderleaf Wedelia
  • Slender-leaved Wedelia


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Synonyms

  • Viguiera attenuata Gardner [unknown]
  • Aspilia vandenbergiana J.U.Santos [unknown]
  • Aspilia asperrima asperrima [unknown]
  • Aspilia attenuata Baker [unknown]

Description

Wedelia attenuata (also called Wedelia, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, and grows in open grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Wedelia attenuata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cough, and asthma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wedelia attenuata is a small yellow disc flower with a single row of petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wedelia attenuata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Where to Find Wedelia attenuata

Wedelia attenuata is native to Mexico and Central America and can be found in open areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Wedelia attenuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wedelia attenuata?

Wedelia attenuata

What type of plant is Wedelia attenuata?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Wedelia attenuata?

It is native to South America

Species in the Wedelia genus

Wedelia angustifolia, Wedelia hoffmanniana, Wedelia puberula, Wedelia camporum, Wedelia caleoides, Wedelia grandiflora, Wedelia tehuantepecana, Wedelia longifolia, Wedelia gentryi, Wedelia pascalioides, Wedelia bahamensis, Wedelia ehrenbergii, Wedelia greenmanii, Wedelia almedae, Wedelia simsioides, Wedelia acapulcensis, Wedelia pascalioides, Wedelia ayerscottiana, Wedelia trichostephia, Wedelia filipes, Wedelia rugosa, Wedelia ambigens, Wedelia forbesii, Wedelia serrata, Wedelia hispidula, Wedelia elliptica, Wedelia pallida, Wedelia lundii, Wedelia frustrata, Wedelia oligocephala, Wedelia cachimboensis, Wedelia keilii, Wedelia subalpestris, Wedelia bishopii, Wedelia warmingii, Wedelia phyllostachya, Wedelia vauthieri, Wedelia gaudichaudii, Wedelia pertenuis, Wedelia leucanthema, Wedelia xylopoda, Wedelia isolepis, Wedelia elottiana, Wedelia rosei, Wedelia grayi, Wedelia hintoniorum, Wedelia andersonii, Wedelia ovalifolia, Wedelia hassleriana, Wedelia gonzaleziarum,

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

George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:963979-1: Based on the initial data import