Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucoglossa
ID:
83204

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Malme) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 72(5): 393 (1992): (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082533



Common Names

  • White-tongue Daisy
  • White-tongue Wedelia
  • White-tongue Tickseed


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Synonyms

  • Aspilia simpsonae H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Aspilia vieirae H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Aspilia leucoglossa Malme [unknown]

Description

Wedelia leucoglossa (also called White-tongued Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual plant with white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Wedelia leucoglossa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wedelia leucoglossa has bright yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wedelia leucoglossa is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Prune regularly to keep the plant looking tidy and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Wedelia leucoglossa

Wedelia leucoglossa is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Wedelia leucoglossa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wedelia leucoglossa?

Wedelia leucoglossa

What is the common name of Wedelia leucoglossa?

White-tongued Wedelia

What type of plant is Wedelia leucoglossa?

A perennial herb

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

Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Gustaf Oskar Andersson Malme (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malme' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:964008-1: Based on the initial data import