Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
talpana
ID:
121288

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 72: 117 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120617



Common Names

  • Wedelia Talpana
  • Talpana Wedelia
  • Wedelia Wedelia


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Description

Wedelia talpana (also called mole plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South America, and is found in grasslands and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Wedelia talpana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wedelia talpana is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wedelia talpana is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Wedelia talpana

Wedelia talpana can be found in the dry forests of western Mexico.

Wedelia talpana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wedelia talpana?

Wedelia talpana

What is the natural habitat of Wedelia talpana?

Wedelia talpana is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What type of soil does Wedelia talpana prefer?

Wedelia talpana prefers moist, well-drained soils.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-81870: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.