Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gaudichaudii
ID:
36694

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 542 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036023



Common Names

  • Wedelia gaudichaudii
  • Gaudichaud's Wedelia
  • Gaudichaudii Wedelia


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Description

Wedelia gaudichaudii (also called 'Gaudichaud's Wedelia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in open grasslands and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Wedelia gaudichaudii 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 Wedelia gaudichaudii is a 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

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

Where to Find Wedelia gaudichaudii

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

Wedelia gaudichaudii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wedelia gaudichaudii?

Wedelia gaudichaudii

What is the family of Wedelia gaudichaudii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Wedelia gaudichaudii?

Gaudichaud's Wedelia

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,